Beware: Scammers Calling About PrivatBank Cards
How Scammers Operate
PrivatBank cardholders with the number 044 364 53 20 receive calls from individuals claiming to be from the «PrivatBank security service», stating that several transactions have been made from the client's card to a hostile country within the last 20 minutes.
The fraudsters offer to cancel these transfers, propose insurance against fraud, and pressure individuals to immediately comply with their demands, including recording a voice message and «verifying» their card details.
To increase credibility, they provide a «personal number» that supposedly can be found on the PrivatBank website.
In this way, the scammers try to gain clients' data for further illegal actions aimed at stealing funds. Bank employees never ask for the card number, PIN, or CVV code.
Citizens are urged not to disclose personal information under any circumstances and to avoid conducting financial transactions during calls or messages from unknown individuals.
If you receive a call from scammers, you should contact the bank's call center and report the criminals. If you have fallen victim to fraud, it is advisable to reach out to cyber police or other competent authorities.
