How cyber criminals operate

Scammers use numerous methods to try and trick you into giving them your personal details to commit fraud. Learn more

Phishing

What is this type of cybercrime? How do scammers work and how can you protect yourself from them?

romance-fraud

Scammers exploit victims’ vulnerability and convince them to transfer money. Victims are made to suffer both financially and psychologically.

Investment fraud

Scammers persuade you to invest money in high-yield investments.

Malware fraud

CEO fraud

Microsoft fraud

Ransomware

Invoice fraud

Shoulder Surfing

Phishing via Whatsapp

Authentic e-mails

Phishing over the phone

You receive a phone call from someone pretending to be a staff member working for KBC. The scammer tries to gain your trust in order to steal your data.

Help me scams

Son or daughter suddenly sending you WhatsApp messages from a ‘new’ mobile number?