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Beware of phishing scams, fake news and malicious links: Bengaluru Police Commissioner

Beware of phishing scams, fake news and malicious links: Bengaluru Police Commissioner

Deccan Herald12-05-2025
Not every 'exclusive Indo-Pak update' is safe. Cybercriminals are spreading fake visuals, phishing links & malicious APKs to steal data and hack devices. Don't click, forward, or download. Stay alert. Dial 1930 or https://t.co/9FHjNmyEVj #police #awareness #weserveandprotect … pic.twitter.com/8z6MzoEhsU
— ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice (@BlrCityPolice) May 11, 2025
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