ICICI Bank’s warning :
ICICI Bank wants to keep you safe! In a recent email, they sounded the alarm about sneaky scammers who pretend to be bank employees. They’ve got your back and provided some helpful tips in that email to help you spot these tricksters. The key takeaway? The real ICICI Bank will never, ever pester you for your personal or sensitive information, which is exactly what these fraudsters are after. Stay vigilant!
Your efforts bring in your earnings,
In our recent email to our valued customers, ICICI Bank expressed, “We know how diligently you earn your money, and we’re here to protect it from falling into the wrong hands. There might be instances where you receive calls from individuals posing as bank employees. To gain your trust, they might even share their name or employee ID and request sensitive information like OTP, CVV, card number, or your password.
what fraudsters may say:
Be cautious, because scammers will often make deceptive phone calls in an attempt to swindle your money. ICICI Bank has even provided some insight into what a scammer’s call might sound like. They could use phrases such as, ‘Hello, this is Smriti Dey calling from ICICI Bank with Employee ID 123456. We’ve identified your ICICI Bank Credit Card as eligible for an upgrade. To increase your card’s credit limit, we just need your card number, CVV, and OTP. Can you please provide those details?’
Stay vigilant!
– Your bank will never request your online banking details like OTP (One Time Password), Card Number, or CVV. If you ever get such a request, don’t comply! Instead, contact your bank immediately.
– Your bank will never ask for your personal information.
– Your bank will never instruct you to transfer money to a different account for any reason.
– Your bank will never demand a fee for processing a loan or refund.
“Whenever you come across scams, remember that they like to create a sense of rush, hoping you’ll make quick decisions without thinking. They might claim that your bank account is at risk, urging you to act swiftly. Remember, don’t let urgency cloud your judgment,” it advised.”
Always keep in mind,
It’s better to be safe than sorry. Take your time to double-check the authenticity of any message claiming to be from the Bank. If you suspect any cyber fraud, report it promptly to the National Cyber Crime authorities at cybercrime.gov.in or give them a ring at 1930. Remember, ICICI Bank will never request your OTP, PIN, or Password details. Your security and the protection of your assets are our top priorities,” emphasized the bank in their email.
