Beware of UnionPay Phishing Scams

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We have observed a recent increase in scams impersonating UnionPay. Scammers are using websites such as 6789691.cc to phish for your personal and financial information.

How to recognise these scams:

• The website address (URL) is different from the official UnionPay website. Always check the URL carefully.
• You may receive unsolicited messages or emails asking you to click on a link and provide your UnionPay card details or login credentials.

What to do if you are affected:

1. ACT immediately:

   • Add security measures: Change your UnionPay password immediately. If you have used the same password for other accounts, change those as well.
   • Check your UnionPay account for any unauthorised transactions. Report any suspicious activity to UnionPay immediately.
   • Tell the authorities: File a police report as soon as possible.

2. Contact UnionPay directly through their official website or customer service channels to verify the authenticity of any communication you have received.

3. Share this advisory with your family and friends to help them stay informed and avoid falling victim to these scams.

Unsure if something is a scam? Check by calling the 24/7 ScamShield Helpline at 1799.