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Fake murder threats via email
Emails containing a supposed death threat are currently circulating. In the email, the hitman ‘ADAM X’ offers not to carry out the murder if a ransom is paid. Ignore such threats; they are a hoax. The sender's aim is to intimidate the recipient and persuade them to make an ill-considered payment.
19.09.2025 16:05
Emails containing a supposed death threat are currently circulating. In the email, the hitman ‘ADAM X’ offers not to carry out the murder if a ransom is paid. Ignore such threats; they are a hoax. The sender's aim is to intimidate the recipient and persuade them to make an ill-considered payment.
19.09.2025 16:05
Beware of malware
NCSC is currently receiving numerous reports of emails purporting to be from a debt collection agency. These emails contain alleged claims or reminders. Do not click on the link, as this is an attempt to distribute malware to Windows users.
12.08.2025 11:10
NCSC is currently receiving numerous reports of emails purporting to be from a debt collection agency. These emails contain alleged claims or reminders. Do not click on the link, as this is an attempt to distribute malware to Windows users.
12.08.2025 11:10
Fake parking ticket SMS messages
Phishing text messages for allegedly unpaid parking fines are circulating. The text reads: "Parking ticket service - A fine of XX CHF is outstanding. To avoid a surcharge, please view your message before XX.XX.XXX: [link to phishing website]". Do not click on the link, delete the SMS and report it to the NCSC.
18.07.2025 16:38
Phishing text messages for allegedly unpaid parking fines are circulating. The text reads: "Parking ticket service - A fine of XX CHF is outstanding. To avoid a surcharge, please view your message before XX.XX.XXX: [link to phishing website]". Do not click on the link, delete the SMS and report it to the NCSC.
18.07.2025 16:38
