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Paying by card on the internet is popular, but this also attracts the attention of fraudsters. Test your knowledge here to find out whether you can spot the most important precautions when it comes to shopping online safely.

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News on card security!

Cybercriminals follow your digital footprints

Posts, photos, comments, location data, payment card data or cookies – we all leave traces online. Cybercriminals collect this data, use it for fraudulent activities or sell it on the dark net.

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Whaling – setting their sights on the big fish

In whaling, fraudsters target the ”big fish” – the CEO, the CFO and other members of senior management. They gather targeted information about managers in advance and later pretend to be them.

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It pays to be sceptical

Fisherwoman LINDA has been helping to protect against phishing for over a year.

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QR codes: convenient, but not without risk!

Whether for paying bills, at car park ticket machines or in restaurants, QR codes have become an integral part of our everyday lives. Fraudsters also know how to take advantage of this.

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      With LINDA against phishing!

      Shopping with debit and credit cards is very popular, but it can also attract fraudsters. Stick to LINDA! Each of the letters of her name stand for a mnemonic that you can use to prevent card offences.

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      What to do in the event of damages?

      Have you been a victim of card fraud? Inform your financial institution or card issuer immediately. Have your card blocked and report it to the police.

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      How to recognise scams!

      Online card fraud is on the increase. Most often, fraudsters lure their victims to so-called phishing sites to steal money from them.

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      Who pays for the damages?

      In addition to liability, your due diligence obligations are also set out in your account or card contract. If you have complied with these, your financial institution will usually cover the damages.

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