Recently, a new scam is taking place in the name of Netflix. Users from 23 countries around the world have reported this scam. Netflix is the OTT platform with the largest user base in the world. It is popular in the United States, Germany, Spain, France, Australia and India. A recent report from cybersecurity firm Bitfinder exposed fraud occurring in the name of Netflix.
According to the report, hackers sent users false alert messages about Netflix account suspension, in which users were redirected to fake Netflix pages. On this fake Netflix login page, users’ credit card details were stolen and then scammed.
Once users receive an alert that their Netflix account is suspended, they click on the account and are taken to a fake login page. Here, the hackers ask them to pay money to activate their accounts. Many users fall into the trap of hackers and enter their credit or debit card details.
BitFinder has warned people about this phishing message from Netflix and asked them not to click or click on the message. Due to such false alerts, users intentionally or unintentionally send their information to hackers. Once your information reaches the dark web, it can be misused and significant fraud could be committed against you.
Don’t make this mistake even if it’s wrong
Ignore any alerts or messages related to Netflix.
Check the information given in the message on the official Netflix page.
Check information on Netflix before continuing.
Protect your Netflix account with a strong password and two-factor authentication.
If you receive a message that contains many suspicious links, do not open it.
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