In 2025, mobile operators successfully blocked 5.73 million fraudulent sms messages containing links to malicious websites, marking a quarter-year increase compared to the previous year (RRT, 2025). The sophistication of scammers continues to rise, with criminals increasingly leveraging the names of reputable companies to build false trust and prompt immediate user action. These fraudulent messages frequently incorporate the branding, logos, or motifs of established corporations, such as DPD, DPD logotype, or the sender or Postomato motif.
While the appearance of the messages can be highly convincing due to the use of recognizable corporate identifiers, the actual content often reveals them to be unofficial communications. Experts note that while scammers effectively mimic official sources, several key indicators suggest fraud. These include the creation of a false sense of urgency, the inclusion of ambiguous links, or requests for sensitive personal data.
In such instances, the primary recommendation remains to refrain from clicking any embedded links. Staying vigilant regarding the content, rather than just the branding, is crucial for users to identify and avoid falling victim to these sophisticated sms attacks.
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