Cybercriminals Hijack Major Brands with Sneaky Fake Support Number Scam: Stay Alert!
Cybercriminals are injecting fake phone numbers into legitimate company sites like Apple and Netflix using a search parameter injection attack. The scam tricks users into calling bogus support lines, aiming to steal personal data. Stay safe by verifying contact info from trusted sources and being wary of unusual URLs or urgent language.
Hot Take:
Who knew that cybercriminals were such big fans of plot twists? This latest scam is like finding out the call is coming from inside the house, except the house is your favorite brand’s website, and the call is a scam number. Maybe these scammers should consider writing crime novels instead!
Key Points:
- Cybercriminals are inserting fake customer support numbers directly into legitimate websites of major brands.
- The scam utilizes a technique called search parameter injection to embed scam phone numbers into official web pages.
- Companies affected include HP, Apple, Netflix, PayPal, Microsoft, Facebook, and Bank of America.
- Malwarebytes Browser Guard can detect and warn users about these scams.
- Red flags include unexpected phone numbers in URLs and urgent language on web pages.
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