Fraud scam with tax emails: Consumer advice center warns of fake ELSTER emails

Fraud scam with tax emails: Consumer advice center warns of fake ELSTER emails

According to a report by www.merkur.de,

A new scam has been causing a stir for some time now. Criminals demand bank details from people via email in order to request tax refunds. The fraudsters deceive the recipients into believing that they are still entitled to an outstanding tax amount from 2022. To request the money, a form must be filled out. These emails are fake and are used to collect personal information. The consumer advice center warns of this scam and advises you to check the sender carefully in order to move such emails to the spam folder.

The impact on the market and consumers is significant. Many people could fall into the trap due to the professional presentation of the emails and the deception caused by the logo of the ELSTER tax app. This could lead to identity theft and financial loss for those affected. This also leads to a loss of trust in digital communication with authorities and financial institutions.

It is important that consumers are aware of this scam and take appropriate precautions. Raising awareness about fraudsters' methods and raising public awareness about protecting personal information is crucial to countering these criminal activities.