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Cyber Awareness

Stay Alert • Protect Data • Prevent Online Fraud

What is Cyber Awareness?

Understanding digital threats is the first step to safety

Cyber awareness helps customers understand online risks and how to avoid cyber frauds. With growing digital banking usage, fraudsters use smart techniques to steal money and data.

Remember, banks never ask for your OTP, PIN, CVV, or passwords. Awareness and caution are your strongest protections.

Cyber Security

Common Types of Cyber Fraud

Identify frauds and stay one step ahead

Vishing
Vishing

Fraud calls pretending to be bank officials to steal OTP or PIN.

Phishing
Phishing Scam

Fake emails or SMS with malicious links.

ATM Fraud
ATM Fraud

Card skimming and fake assistance near ATMs.

SIM Swap
SIM Swap Fraud

Duplicate SIM used to access bank accounts.

UPI Fraud
UPI Payment Fraud

Fake collect requests and QR payment scams.

Investment Fraud
Investment Fraud

Fake investment offers with guaranteed returns.

Fake Apps
Fake Banking & Loan Apps

Apps stealing financial and personal data.

Account Takeover
Online Account Takeover

Hackers gain control of online banking accounts.

Prevention Tips

Safe habits for secure digital banking

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Protect OTP & PIN

Never share OTP, PIN, CVV, or passwords with anyone.

Critical Safety Rule
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Avoid Suspicious Links

Do not click unknown links from SMS, email, or WhatsApp.

High Alert
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Verify Bank Calls

Always confirm calls using official bank numbers.

Mandatory Check
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Update Apps & OS

Keep mobile OS and banking apps updated.

Recommended
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Strong Passwords

Use strong and unique passwords.

Security High
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Report Fraud Fast

Immediately report fraud to bank & cyber helpline.

Emergency

Need More Information?

For more details, kindly contact Pandharpur Merchant Bank

Cyber Crime Helpline: 1930

Website: www.cybercrime.gov.in

Toll Free 1800 425 2214