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The victim reportedly received a parcel from City Union Bank, which contained a mobile phone. Unaware of the deception, the victim inserted a new SIM card into the phone, only to later discover that the device was pre-configured with malicious apps. These apps intercepted OTPs and allowed fraudsters to access sensitive banking information. Once the SIM card was activated, Rs 2.8 crore, including fixed deposits, were withdrawn from the victim’s HDFC bank accounts.
A Bengaluru-based tech professional lost Rs 2.8 crore after falling victim to a cyber scam. Fraudsters used a new method to gain unauthorized access to victims’ banking details, leaving techies helpless. The scam started when the victim received a WhatsApp call from someone posing as a Citibank representative. The caller falsely claimed that the victim’s credit card was pending approval and advised them to purchase a new SIM card.
A few days later, the victim allegedly received a parcel from City Union Bank, containing a mobile phone. Unaware of the deception, the victim inserted a new SIM card into the phone, only to later discover that the device was pre-configured with malicious apps. These apps intercepted OTPs and allowed fraudsters to access sensitive banking information. Once the SIM card is activated, the victim’s HDFRs 2.8 crore including fixed deposits were withdrawn from C bank accounts.
The incident has raised concerns among citizens, with criminals using pre-configured phones to target victims. By forwarding SMS and OTPs to themselves, they gain control of bank accounts without the victim’s knowledge. The victim has lodged a complaint at Whitefield police station and officials have started investigation under relevant sections of the IT Act.
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