Sberbank continues to combat fraudulent applications that imitate its brand by leveraging the bank’s imagery. This commitment was communicated by Polina Trizonova, the head of the bank’s press service, during a conversation with socialbites.ca. She explained that the bank and its security teams actively monitor the app ecosystem for counterfeit versions and take action whenever deceptive software is detected.
Trizonova emphasized that Sberbank routinely identifies and reports apps that falsely claim to be official bank services to Google Play. She noted that while the bank files complaints, the response and remediation ultimately fall to the platform owner. In practice, the responsible stance is for Google Play to review the submissions and determine whether the apps should be removed or flagged as fraudulent.
For users seeking the legitimate banking experience, Trizonova pointed out that the official Sberbank application can be downloaded exclusively from the bank’s own website. This guidance helps customers avoid third‑party stores or unofficial links that may host deceptive software designed to capture login credentials or funds.
To protect client funds, Sberbank maintains one of the most robust fraud monitoring systems available in the market. According to the bank’s press office, the system operates with a high level of accuracy and effectiveness, delivering a reported efficiency rate well above 99 percent. This achievement reflects ongoing investments in technology, data analysis, and real‑time monitoring that help identify and block fraudulent activity before it can impact customers.
Earlier reports highlighted the presence of counterfeit banking apps on major platforms in the region, including those associated with popular Russian services such as RuStore and RuMarket. These incidents underscore the importance of staying vigilant and relying on official sources for app installation, as well as the need for platform operators to enforce robust vetting processes and rapid takedown procedures.