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Urgent Notice From Citibank to Millions of Americans: Alert, Your Account Is at Risk

Citibank Makes Clear the Danger Our Account May Face if We Make a Simple Gesture: Exercise Maximum Caution

Citibank has issued a notice to its customers about a new phishing threat that seriously endangers the security of their bank accounts and private data. Cybercriminals are sending fraudulent messages that mimic official bank communications, aiming to steal sensitive information.​

Urgent Citibank Alert: Be Very Careful with These Fraudulent Messages

Customers receive emails that appear to be from Citibank, informing them about supposed account suspensions or suspicious transactions. These messages include links that lead to fake pages to capture your login credentials and other private data. 

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It is crucial not to fall into the trap and not to provide personal information through these links. ​By interacting with these emails or accessing the provided links, there is a risk of downloading malware onto your device. This malicious software can compromise the security of your banking data, allowing cybercriminals to access your account and perform fraudulent operations.​

Citibank Warns of Malware Danger: Do Not Share Your Personal Data

Citibank emphasizes that it will never request confidential information, such as passwords or card numbers, through email or text messages. Therefore, never respond to these messages or enter your data into suspicious links.

This action is prohibited and can jeopardize the security of your account.​ To protect your account and private data, follow these recommendations:

  • Verify the authenticity of messages: If you receive a communication that seems to be from Citibank, confirm its legitimacy by contacting the bank directly through its official channels.​
  • Do not click on suspicious links: Avoid accessing links or downloading files from dubious emails.​
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  • Keep your security software updated: Ensure you have an up-to-date antivirus to detect and prevent malware infections.​
  • Use strong and unique passwords: Create complex passwords and do not reuse them across different accounts.​
  • Enable two-factor authentication (2FA): This method adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second verification factor.​

By following these recommendations, you will reduce risks and help maintain the security of your account at Citibank. Remember that prevention and caution are essential to protect yourself from cybercriminals and their attempts to access your private data.

➡️ Consumer Affairs

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