Fake IRCTC App Alert: Cyber Criminals Targeting Users
In a recent development, cybercriminals have started sending out links to a fake Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) mobile app, with an aim to defraud users’ bank accounts. The IRCTC has alerted its users about this malicious activity.
Impersonating IRCTC App
Every day, more than a million train tickets are booked in the country, with most passengers using the IRCTC mobile app for booking. Cybercriminals are now exploiting this by sending out links to a fake IRCTC app via emails and other messaging platforms. Users who download this app and book tickets through it are likely to have their bank accounts compromised. Therefore, if you receive a link to download the IRCTC Rail Connect app, it is advisable to ignore it.
IRCTC’s Warning on Social Media
IRCTC posted a warning on a social media platform about the circulation of the fake mobile app. The post read, “Some fraudsters are sending phishing links on a large scale, urging users to download the fake ‘IRCTC Rail Connect’ mobile app. We advise people not to fall prey to such fraudsters.”
Identifying the Fake App
The fake IRCTC app looks exactly like the original one, making it difficult for users to differentiate between the two. This has led many to unknowingly download the fake app. The fraudsters are also luring users by offering fake deals and offers.
How to Stay Safe
IRCTC has advised users to download the official Rail Connect mobile app only from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Users should avoid clicking on any unknown links received via WhatsApp or messages. Typically, no government company shares links to download their apps. Users should also not fall for messages offering discounts and deals, as these are usually fraudulent.
News Summary:
- Cybercriminals are sending links to a fake IRCTC app to defraud users’ bank accounts.
- The IRCTC has alerted users about this malicious activity.
- The fake app looks exactly like the original one, making it difficult for users to differentiate.
- Users are advised to download the official Rail Connect mobile app only from Google Play Store or Apple App Store and avoid clicking on any unknown links.
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