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Social Security warns about fraudulent messages in its name

The Social Security Institute warns of messages attempting to steal personal and banking data using fake links.

2 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Social Security Institute has issued a warning about fraudulent messages impersonating its name. These messages include links that lead to pages mimicking the official Social Security portal, aiming to steal citizens' personal and banking data.

According to the warning, citizens are urged not to click on these links and to avoid providing any personal information in response to such communications. The Social Security Institute emphasized the importance of caution, especially regarding requests for data that seemingly come from the institute.

The fraud in question is characterized by the misuse of the Social Security portal's image, which can mislead citizens. The institute stresses that no information should be given unless the origin of the communication is verified.

This type of messaging has become an increasing concern, with similar alerts issued by various institutions also facing comparable fraud attempts. Authorities recommend that any suspicious communication be reported.

The Social Security Institute continues to monitor the situation and work to minimize the risks associated with these fraudulent attempts. Citizens are encouraged to adopt a critical stance and to educate themselves on how to identify fraudulent communications.

In case of doubt regarding the legitimacy of a received message, the Social Security Institute advises citizens to contact the institute directly through official channels, thereby ensuring the protection of their personal information.

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