Be Cautious: Dubai Resident Shares Costly Lesson
A Costly Mistake
When Dubai resident A.Z. received a call from a friend asking to recharge an e-sim, she fell victim to a fake website, losing thousands of dirhams in the process.
The Deceptive Website
Despite being cautious, A.Z. failed to spot the slight variation in the fake website’s URL, resulting in a loss of Dh1,954.75 from her account.
Advisory from e&
Following the incident, e& issued a warning against unsafe links and urged vigilance when sharing personal information online.
Educating Consumers
Through a collaboration with the Cyber Security Council of the UAE, e& launched a campaign offering tips to avoid falling prey to scams.
Stay Alert
Abi-Gail Marshman, an expert in financial crime consulting, advises people to think critically before acting and to be wary of suspicious links or calls.
Vigilance is Key
Marshman emphasizes the importance of vigilance, especially in a safe environment like the UAE, where individuals may become complacent to potential threats.