Nowadays is the era of online banking, but with this, the risk of cybercrime has also increased. Especially if you are one of the more than 50 crore customers of State Bank of India (SBI), then this news is very important for you.
Recently, SBI has issued an important security warning to protect its customers from online banking fraud. So let’s know about this alert in detail…
Beware of Fake Messages
Some vicious criminals are sending fake messages to SBI customers. These messages threaten that if you do not give your personal information, your account will be closed.
Remember, SBI never sends such messages. If you get any such message, then there is no need to respond to it. Delete it directly.
False Claim of YONO Account Being Blocked
Some customers are also getting messages that their YONO account will be blocked today. Also, a link is given in this message, on clicking you are asked to update your PAN card number. This is completely fake. SBI never asks to update the YONO account in this way.
Do not give personal information
SBI has strictly instructed its customers not to share their banking information with anyone through any email or SMS. Do not send your account number, password, or any sensitive information through any message even by mistake.
Report suspicious activities
If you get any suspicious message, then immediately report it to ‘[email protected]’. With this, you can help in saving not only yourself but also other customers from such fraud.
Avoid phishing scams
SBI has warned customers that if a message asks you to take any action immediately, such as updating information or activating the account, then be careful. Often such messages are part of a phishing scam.
Use only the official website of the bank
Always use the official website or mobile application of SBI for your banking work. Do not click on any other link or website, no matter how real it looks.
Along with the convenience of online banking, the risk of cybercrime has also increased. SBI customers should be vigilant for their financial security.
Do not ignore any suspicious activity or message and inform the bank immediately. Remember, vigilance is the key to security. By following these precautions, you can keep your hard-earned money safe and enjoy safe banking.
