Fraudsters have found a new way to deceive Ukrainians: what is important to know about fake UNICEF payments.

Ukraine is facing a new wave of fraud related to the spread of fake messages about payments from international organizations. Fraudsters are spreading false information about financial assistance from UNICEF, the UN, and the UNHCR, aiming to deceive citizens and obtain their personal data and money.

Cybersecurity experts emphasize the importance of verifying any information about payments only on the official resources of Polish authorities and UNICEF. It is worth paying attention to the spelling of organization names, as fraudsters often use incorrect versions, such as 'Yuniset' or 'Unisef'.

'No international organization will ever require payment for assistance or disclosure of payment details, including codes, passwords, and secret words,' experts warn.

If you have already sent your payment details, it is recommended to immediately contact the bank to block the card.

Special signs of fraudulent messages include headlines with emotional appeals, such as 'Don’t miss out! Your assistance is waiting!' or 'Every family gets free boxes!'. It is also important to check URLs before clicking on links - they should have a secure https protocol and the correct organization domain, such as unicef.org or gov.pl.

Experts urge citizens to be vigilant and not indifferent: if you find a fraudulent message, report it to protect others from deception. This will help reduce the number of victims of internet fraud.

Previously, PUMB warned Ukrainians about a fraud scheme with a fake application.