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Australians are being warned about a new Apple Pay fraud that has spread across the country.
The phishing text scams targeted those who use Apple’s mobile payment service. The scammers send a message claiming the person’s account has been suspended and that they need to confirm their account details.
The text is followed by a link to an illegitimate banking website that aims to acquire your credit card and banking information.
Scamwatch Australia has warned of this new scam that is targeting Australians. They are urging people to remain diligent and be aware of the signs of this type of scam.
“If you receive a text message or email claiming to be from Apple Pay, do not click on any links and delete the message immediately,” Scamwatch said.
“If you have already clicked on the link and entered your personal or financial details, contact your bank or financial institution immediately.”
The best way to protect yourself from this scam is to be aware of the signs. Be suspicious of any unsolicited text messages or emails that claim to be from Apple Pay or any other financial institution. Do not click on any links in these messages, and never enter your personal or financial details into a website that you are not sure is legitimate.
According to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), this fraud has received over 40 reports, totalling more than $1,000 in losses, in July alone.
However, the number of people affected is likely much higher as many people do not report these types of scams.
“We strongly urge people to be vigilant when receiving unexpected messages or emails, especially those asking for personal or financial information,” an ACCC spokesperson said.
“If you think you have been scammed, report it to Scamwatch and your local police station.”
This is not the first time Apple Pay scammers have targeted Australians. In 2017, a similar scam saw people receive fake emails claiming they had suspended their Apple ID. The email directed them to a phishing website that looked identical to the Apple website.
If you think you have been the victim of this or any other scam, you should report it to Scamwatch. You can also contact your bank or financial institution if you think you have entered your details into a phishing website.
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