There is a new scam on MB Way to ’cause damage’. After the schemes linked to false online purchases, the pretext of minimum transfers and even the alleged “arrested card” in the ATM, a new trick that is already circulating: the so -called “Test Transfer” has now emerged. The approach seems harmless, but is enough to open the door to much larger losses.
HOW THIS NEW BURLA WORKS
The method is simple. Burlão contacts the victim through internet sales ads, social networking messages or even over the phone. He presents himself as an interested buyer and calls for a symbolic transfer via MB Way, usually 1 or 2 euros, claiming that it is only to “confirm that the account is active.”
According to the Judicial Police, these minor transfers are not innocent. They serve to see if the victim knows how to use the application and to collect data that allows us to advance with requests for higher values shortly afterwards.
Why is it so dangerous
The initial requested value is low and seems harmless. That’s where the trap resides. By sending 1 euro, the victim breaks the barrier of distrust and valid that his account is operational. In addition, throughout the interaction, it may end up providing additional information that facilitates later scams.
According to the public newspaper, there are records of victims who, after accepting the “test”, were confronted with successive requests, losing much more significant amounts.
Approach Examples
Situations already reported include orders made on buying and selling sites, messages sent by false profiles of friends or acquaintances to request “a quick favor” and even attempts to elderly or less-familiar users with technology. In these cases, the rush and insistence are used to press the victim to act without reflecting.
How to protect
Authorities recommend never accepting test transfers, even if the value is minimal. No bank or legitimate application calls for this type of procedure. It is essential to be suspicious of any request made urgently or unclear justifications.
According to, in case of attempted or suspicion, it should immediately contact the bank and file a complaint to the Judicial Police. Confirming directly the identity of those who ask for money is also an essential step to avoid falling into this scheme.
Because this scheme is
The weapon of the burns is not in technology, but in psychology. They ask for low values to reduce distrust and create plausible explanations to gain credibility. When the victim realizes that something is wrong, he has often shared sensitive data or has lost relevant amounts.
The so -called “test transfer” should be seen as a clear warning signal. It is better to miss a business opportunity than to risk giving to the burns what they really seek: trust, access, and easy money.
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