Scammers are getting bolder and more sophisticated, targeting vulnerable individuals with convincing tactics. A recent case involving an 84-year-old woman nearly losing $50,000 to a remote access scam highlights just how deceptive these criminals can be.
The Scam That Almost Cost $50K
As reported by NAB News, Stella* walked into her local NAB branch to increase her internet banking limit, unknowingly being manipulated by a scammer. She was on the phone with someone pressuring her to transfer money to settle a supposed debt, with the scammer even gaining remote access to her computer to generate fake images convincing her the debt was real.
Thankfully, quick-thinking NAB staff intervened, blocked the transaction, and confronted the scammer directly. Stella was relieved and grateful, but this incident underscores how easily people can be deceived by well-orchestrated scams.
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Scammers thrive on urgency and fear, pressuring victims into quick decisions. If you receive an unexpected call or email demanding money, pause and verify before taking action. Contact your bank directly, and never grant remote access to your device unless you’re certain it’s legitimate.
With Cybermate by your side, you can outsmart scammers and protect your finances.
Original story reported by NAB News.
