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Fake banking apps are becoming a growing threat to bank customers. Fraudsters use convincing messages and lookalike apps to steal login details, OTPs and financial information.
You may receive a message claiming your KYC is pending, your account will be blocked or reward points will expire. It may contain a malicious download link.
These apps imitate genuine bank applications, including their logos and login screens. Once installed, they may access SMS, contacts, call logs and notifications to intercept OTPs.
Never install banking apps received as APK files through WhatsApp or SMS. Use Google Play Store or your bank's official website and verify the developer's details.
Keep Google Play Protect enabled and switch off unknown app installations. Be cautious about unnecessary SMS and Accessibility permissions, and never share your OTP, password or UPI PIN
Immediately switch on flight mode to disconnect your phone from the internet. Uninstall the suspicious app. If necessary, revoke its Accessibility and device administrator permissions first.
Contact your bank through another trusted device to block cards and suspend UPI or net banking. Report financial fraud immediately at 1930 or cybercrime.gov.in.