Fraudsters have been increasingly sending push notifications that urge recipients to verify passport details, claiming the link leads to the operator’s site and then to the State Services portal where a user must enter their login credentials. This scheme was reported by Kommersant, highlighting how attackers gain access to State Services accounts and confirm subscriber information through these fake prompts.
The publication notes that the danger extends beyond individual users. It also erodes trust in legitimate messages sent by mobile operators, creating a broader risk for the telecom ecosystem and for customer security practices.
Earlier, a scammer posing as a police officer attempted to drain a resident in the Kirov region via a video link. During the call, the impersonator used a convincing likeness of a well-known actor, Robert Downey Jr., to build credibility and manipulate the victim.
Police reports confirm multiple incidents in the Kirov region where fraudsters used deepfake technology to impersonate law enforcement officials and famed personalities, deceiving local residents and extracting money or sensitive information.
In related guidance, a lawyer previously published five practical rules to help people recognize and prevent scam attempts, emphasizing caution with unsolicited messages, verification of official contacts, and prudent handling of personal data.