Pharming: Police Warning About Card Fraud


Of course, I know what pharming is! The current card security prevention campaign by the police appeals to the superficial knowledge of cardholders and calls on them to regularly inform themselves about new fraud schemes. 

26.09.2023 –

Pharming is the practice of directing internet users to fake websites without their knowledge. As with phishing, the victim is asked to disclose personal data or card information. With these data, fraudsters can easily steal money.

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