UPI Fraud Alert: Surge in Fake Payment Requests Across India
Multiple users across India have reported a surge in fake UPI payment requests, with attackers employing social engineering to trick individuals into approving fraudulent collect requests. Authorities have issued an advisory, urging users to verify requests and avoid sharing sensitive information. Experts recommend proactive measures like enabling app notifications, setting transaction limits, and promptly reporting suspicious activity.
In a recent wave of cyber fraud incidents, multiple users across India have reported receiving fake UPI payment requests disguised as legitimate transactions. Cybersecurity experts have identified that attackers are using social engineering techniques to trick users into approving collect requests on UPI apps. Authorities have issued a cyber advisory urging users to verify payment requests before approving them and avoid sharing sensitive information. Experts recommend enabling app notifications, setting transaction limits, and reporting suspicious activity immediately to the bank.