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Takeaways from the above graph:
A) Significant escalation in reported cases of cyber fraud from 2019 to 2024, grown nearly 60 TIMES from 2019 to 2023.
B) Going by current trends, cases set to breach 30 lakh in FY24.
A glimpse at the above statistics and headlines might make you feel powerless in the face of rising cyber crimes, but do not be discouraged. In consultation with Mirae Asset Sharekhan’s Cyber Security professionals, we have compiled this Fraud Awareness Bible, which empowers you with the following:
- Method of scamming
- What to look out for
- Official channels of communication used by Mirae Asset Sharekhan
- What you should do in case you suspect an attempt or have been defrauded
- We have also suggested top ways to protect your Demat and Trading account against online scamsters
Let’s get started!
An impersonation scam is an elaborate ruse, where malicious players pretend to represent a genuine stockbroker like Mirae Asset Sharekhan and trap investors or traders into making large deposits after promising huge returns.
Scamsters reach out to genuine customers or investors on social media apps by impersonating a known brand, using their name, logo, likeness, and even the photos of their CEO, Management, Research Team Members, and Senior Management of other affiliated companies.
The following are well-known media used for trapping investors:
If the returns promised are something you have not heard of or seen before, THINK TWICE! There is a high probability this promise is made by scamsters promoting a fraud attempt!
If you come across any scam attempt wherein the returns promised look too good to be true, please don’t proceed. Write to us to confirm whether it is the authentic Mirae Asset Sharekhan, at:
Remember that Sharekhan Limited does not have any association with third-party companies or agencies to mobilize investments. Here are Mirae Asset Sharekhan’s official touchpoints:
022 4152 3200
022 4168 3500
Customer Service: myaccount@sharekhan.com
no-reply@customercommunication.sharekhan.com
(this address cannot accept incoming emails)
https://stockbroker-branch.sharekhan.com/
https://newtrade.sharekhan.com/
https://support.sharekhan.com/
https://diy.sharekhan.com/app/Account/
https://stockbroker-branch.sharekhan.com/
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A) Report the scam: File a complaint through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) online at cybercrime.gov.in or by calling the national helpline number 1930. In most cases, like in Impersonation Scam, filing a First Information Report (FIR) at your nearest police station is mandatory.
B) Contact your bank: Inform your bank about the fraudulent transaction by calling their customer care hotline or by visiting a branch.
C) Inform Mirae Asset Sharekhan: In case the fraud pertains to your Mirae Asset Sharkehan account, informing us is important. The measures we can take and mechanisms we can start putting in motion are time-bound, so keep us informed.
On our part, Mirae Asset Sharekhan takes a host of precautions both with your data and for the security of our trading systems. You may check the myriad steps we take in the article Steps Mirae Asset Sharekhan Takes for Your Cyber Safety.
Naturally, Impersonation Scam is not the only type of cyber threat out there. In consultation with our Cyber Security professionals, we have created this comprehensive list of articles on types of frauds and how to stay safe. Feel free to peruse them and share them ahead:
Your digital data is the most sensitive and vital information that must be protected from online threats. By adhering to these safety precautions recommended by our Cyber Professionals, you can considerably lower your chance of becoming a victim of a cyberattack and guarantee the security of your personal data.
Keep an eye on Mirae Asset Sharekhan’s Cyber Security emails sent from time to time, and all the best!
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