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Netflix Subscribers in Spain Targeted by Sophisticated Smishing Scam

Authorities and Netflix issue fresh warnings as cybercriminals exploit SMS to steal payment information through fake websites.

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Overview

  • A new smishing campaign impersonates Netflix, claiming payment issues to trick users into providing banking details via fraudulent links.
  • The Oficina de Seguridad del Internauta (OSI) and Asociación Española de Consumidores have issued alerts urging users to remain vigilant and report suspicious messages.
  • Scammers use spoofing techniques to falsify sender identities and create cloned Netflix websites that appear legitimate.
  • Netflix reiterates it never requests sensitive data via email or SMS and advises victims to secure accounts by changing passwords and avoiding third-party payment sites.
  • Users are urged to mark suspicious messages as spam, monitor bank accounts for unauthorized charges, and collect evidence to report incidents to authorities.