A new kind of theft: the “Netflix has been suspended” message.

In recent months, a new type of scam targeting Netflix customers has been discovered. As part of the platform scam, thieves use fake text messages that are often quite convincing because they are using a brand name.

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While some scammers are responsible for extracting personal information from existing customers, others have been used to steal payment-related information. This is the The method of work From the ongoing scam.

The content of the message revolves around the alleged suspension of your account after defaulting on the monthly subscription. The scammers even provided a link where users could click and make a payment. However, the link will take you to a malicious website with the aim of stealing your information.

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The theft message is false

“Netflix service has been suspended, an error occurred while processing your last payment, you need to update your information at https://.netflixservice.net/,” or “Report” NETFLIX.com Your account is suspended because your last payment has expired, use a valid payment method to activate here: https://netflixvalidacion.net/”are usually the most popular messages.

How to avoid becoming a victim of fraud?

The Netflix payment scam is new and may lose steam in a few days as more people discover it. Here are some actions you can take to protect yourself from these types of scams:

It is essential that you only use verified apps on your smartphone or computer, which nowadays contain a lot of personal information. You can verify the authenticity of the application in the store and install it.

Always make sure you access websites and apps from secure networks with adequate security measures. It is recommended to avoid open public networks or free Wi-Fi networks, as they can be used by malicious people.

• Do not share personal information

This is a relevant requirement for using online services and applications. Under no circumstances may you share your personal information with anyone. Many scammers pretend to be bank officials or representatives of financial institutions and try to steal your data.

• Be careful when using payment methods

If you use online payment methods, make sure you use strong passwords and choose two-factor authentication for payment. Do not share your account numbers and, if possible, do not use third parties to process your payments.

• Do not respond to suspicious emails or text messages

If something doesn’t seem trustworthy to you, an email or a text message, it probably isn’t. If you suspect any messages of this kind, do not respond to them. However, it might be a good idea to check who sent the message. Fraudsters are finding new ways to appear as authentic as possible, trying to steal personal and banking information.