A new scam has been detected on Wallapop and Vinted: this is how they can steal your money

The Internet Security Office (OSI), of the National Cybersecurity Institute (INCIBE) has warned of a new scam. This time it has been detected on second-hand goods trading platforms such as Wallapop or Vinted. Related News standard No Guide to avoid being scammed when you buy through second-hand ‘apps’ like Wallapop It is important that you do not share personal data and that you use secure payment methods The agency explains what this fraud method consists of: «The origin is found in a contact interested in buying a product through buying and selling stores. Then, the cybercriminal encourages the victim to continue the communication outside the platform, in an instant messaging type WhatsApp ». This is where you have to stay alert. The scammer communicates that the payment has been made and then provides a fraudulent link that impersonates the buying and selling platform, indicating to the person that they must enter their bank details to complete the process. How to avoid fraud on trading platforms? The Internet Security Office indicates that, if a user asks us to maintain contact by an alternative method and external to the platform, “it is probably a fraud” . Therefore, what should be done is to report the user with the reporting options of the application itself. Likewise, to acquire products in this type of online store, advise: Security advice Check if the buyer has registered recently. Fraudulent buyers have usually only been on the platform for a short time. Review previous reviews and profile verification. If the buyer asks you to continue the communication outside of the platform, they are suspicious, their objective is to leave no trace in order to carry out the fraud. Do not accept payment by any alternative method to the platform. How to act if you have been a victim? If you have been a victim of the scam and have provided personal and bank details, the Internet Security Office recommends filing a complaint with the State Security Forces and Bodies. “Keep all the evidence you have so you can prove the facts,” he stresses. MORE INFORMATION New WhatsApp scam: the alleged job offer from El Corte Inglés with which you can earn up to 200 euros a day The Police warns about the scam of the acquaintance on WhatsApp: this is how it works with the financial institution to inform them of the event.