Rather than going through traditional web channels, some hackers no longer hesitate to send real letters to their victims. The latter contains a false fine, which encourages the victim to go to a copy of the ANTAI site. By falling into the trap, she then finds herself handing over her personal data, or even her bank details in the most serious cases.
In the digital age, many scammers have moved their illicit activities online. But it still happens that some scams are based on physical processes. This is particularly the case with the financial mule technique, which we spoke to you about recently. But other times, scammers mix up the pleasures. This is the case of the latest scheme unearthed by our colleagues at ZATAZ.
In a recent report, they warn against mail received via the AR24 postal service. By sending a letter by registered mail, scammers take advantage of its status to allay the suspicions of the victim, who will less easily question the legitimacy of the letter. However, this famous letter could cost him dearly.
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Beware of these registered letters asking you to pay a fine
The letter in fact pretends to be ANTAI, the national agency in charge of fines. It then makes the recipient believe that a fine has been imposed following a traffic offense. Fine which the latter must pay as soon as possible, by going to the site indicated in the letter. Obviously, this site is only a copy of the real ANTAI platform, which will allow hackers to recover the victim’s personal data and banking details.
According to ZATAZ, the replica of the ANTAI site is particularly convincing, enough for anyone who does not pay attention to the rare signs of the scam to be fooled. As always, you must be vigilant for clues that are not misleading, such as a suspicious URL. In general, always be vigilant with regard to letters that ask you to provide sensitive information. Do not hesitate to contact the organization concerned to be sure of the authenticity of the message.
Source: ZATAZ