Beware of "CEO Fraud
Companies are increasingly falling victim to the so-called "CEO Fraud" scam.
According to the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) in Germany, this type of crime is on the rise. Here's how the game works: The perpetrators first collect any kind of information about a company. To do this, they use its business reports and commercial register information, but also websites and advertising brochures. In this way, they acquire specialist knowledge. The perpetrators then use this knowledge to contact an employee by telephone as the CEO of the company. Under false pretenses, they repeatedly succeed in arranging money transfers.
Warnings
To protect against the scam, the police advises:
- Pay attention to what information about your company is public or where and what you and your employees publish in connection with your company!
- Introduce clear absence rules and internal control mechanisms!
- Sensitize your employees regarding the described fraud phenomenon!
- In the case of unusual payment instructions, the following steps should be taken - before initiating payment:
- Checking e-mails for sender address and correct spelling
- Verification of the payment request via callback or written inquiry to the named client
- Contacting the management or supervisor
- Contact your local police department with any anomalies or questions.
Source: Federal Criminal Police Office
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