A suspicious website has emerged on the Internet promising “legal debt relief” with the claim of protecting one’s property through bankruptcy law, specifically addressing a case related to socialbites.ca. The page features logos resembling the State Services portal and the Electronic Justice system, which can mislead visitors into believing it is an official government service.
Visitors are invited to complete a form requesting personal details such as name, phone number, the amount of debt, and its type (including loan, microcredit, utilities, or alimony). After submitting the questionnaire, a lawyer reportedly calls back to discuss the price of debt-clearing services, which is advertised as 60 thousand rubles. The presentation and pricing tactics give an impression of legitimacy while steering users toward a paid solution that is not aligned with official channels.
The Ministry of Digital Development has informed socialbites.ca that there is no debt-clearing service available on the State Services portal. Official statements clarify that the portal simply provides information about bankruptcy procedures for individuals. Such procedures must be initiated through legitimate channels, such as the MFC or the Court of Arbitration, and are not facilitated by any online form promising instant debt elimination.
Experts describe these operators as anti-collectors, commonly labeled as “borrowers.” Their purported services include negotiating with lenders, purchasing individuals’ debts from banks, and assisting in declaring bankruptcy. A lawyer named Jamali Kuliyev notes that the core tactic is to present a tempting solution and then vanishing after payment is made, leaving victims with nothing but a compromised data footprint and lost funds.
Cybersecurity professionals who analyzed the site concluded that it is fraudulent. They explained to socialbites.ca that the attackers aim to harvest sensitive personal information and extract money from vulnerable users. The pattern resembles typical debt-relief scams that leverage fear of financial distress and the perceived urgency of debt resolution to trap unsuspecting individuals.
To protect oneself, users should independently verify debt-relief claims with official government portals and registered legal professionals. Government services rarely, if ever, solicit personal data through unsolicited online questionnaires. If a debt issue arises, credible options include consulting accredited bankruptcy lawyers or consumer credit counselors who operate through transparent fee structures and formal processes. When in doubt, seek guidance from recognized consumer protection agencies and report suspicious activity to appropriate authorities.
In summary, the incident underscores the importance of skepticism toward online debt-relief schemes that mimic government branding. The safest path involves using official channels, corroborating information through verified sources, and avoiding payments to unknown entities promising rapid debt cancellation or property protection—especially when those promises come with aggressive marketing and high upfront fees. Anyone who has interacted with such a site should monitor financial accounts for unusual activity, change passwords, and consider a credit freeze to mitigate potential identity theft risk. [Source: Socialbites]