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Russian senator Artem Sheikin explains fraud method in fake home chats
In Russia, scammers create fake home chats to deceive citizens under the pretext of a data breach. Senator Artem Sheikin detailed how this scheme works step by step, warning citizens.
Russian Senator Artem Sheikin has revealed a new method used by scammers who create fake home chats to trick citizens with claims of a data leak.
The scammers first create a fake building or apartment chat and request a verification code from individuals. According to Sheikin, this makes the victim feel they have shared something important.
Then a fake hack is staged: The victim is sent a fake screenshot imitating the login page of state services like Gosuslugi. The image creates the impression that the previously requested code has been entered. The senator said this step is designed to increase a sense of panic.
In the final stage, a sudden "rescuer" appears: A message arrives from a seemingly official fake channel such as "Gosinform," "support service," or "technical department." Common instructions in this message include "secure your account," "revoke authorization," "install an app," or "transfer money to a safe account."
Sheikin advised citizens to pause in such situations and verify information through official channels. "If you are suddenly added to a chat and asked to send a code or click a link, do not follow the instructions. Leave the conversation and use official communication channels," he warned.
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