Teachers falsely claiming identity, coerce schoolchildren in Kazakhstan for financial information, specifically banking data.
The Committee for the Protection of Children's Rights in Kazakhstan has issued a warning about a new scam that is targeting schoolchildren. The scammers are posing as teachers and contacting students by phone, attempting to trick children into sharing personal information.
The scam involves the scammers obtaining children's bank details under the guise of reissuing electronic diaries. They may also use live social media broadcasts to call numbers, posing a danger to personal data.
The General Prosecutor's Office of Kazakhstan warns that this scam scheme could potentially result in the loss of all funds in accounts. The scammers are using SMS codes to gain access to 'Gosuslugi' services, online banking, or family members' bank accounts.
To protect children from falling victim to this scam, the committee advises them not to share SMS codes with anyone except their parents. Installing parental control on phones is also advised to monitor calls from unknown numbers. The committee urges parents to discuss safety measures with their children, emphasising that SMS codes are personal information and should not be shared.
The Kazakhstani police reported that scammers posing as teachers have already contacted students and obtained their bank details. It is crucial that parents and children remain vigilant and follow the committee's advice to avoid becoming victims of this scam.
In conclusion, the Committee for the Protection of Children's Rights is urging parents and children to be aware of this new scam and to take necessary precautions to protect their personal information. By following the committee's advice, schoolchildren can stay safe and avoid becoming victims of this scam.
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