Overview: On November 15, 2022, an attempted fraud incident involving a Japanese company was reported in Mexico. The fraudsters posed as the president of the Japanese headquarters, attempting to deceive the company’s representative into transferring funds.
- Incident Summary:
- Date: November 15, 2022
- Details:
- The representative of a Japanese company received a call from a number appearing to be from the Japanese headquarters. Unable to answer initially, they received a similar call shortly after from a number appearing to be from Japan.
- The caller, claiming to be the president of the Japanese headquarters, engaged in casual conversation and then informed the representative of a confidential acquisition project requiring immediate cash transfer. The caller requested bank account details and an advance transfer from the Mexican subsidiary.
- Suspecting fraud due to the unfamiliar voice and suspicious content, the representative declined and stated they would verify the details with Japan. Upon checking with the headquarters, it was confirmed that no such call was made from Japan, and the incident was concluded as an attempted fraud. The caller used a Japanese phone number and was presumed to be Japanese.
- Precautionary Measures:
- Verification: If you receive unexpected calls requesting sensitive information or money, always verify the authenticity through official channels. Switch to video calls or contact the headquarters directly to confirm the request.
- Awareness: Be cautious of calls that request immediate financial transactions or confidential information. Scammers may use familiar contact numbers and voices to appear legitimate.
- Reporting: Report suspicious calls or incidents to local authorities or your company’s security team to prevent further attempts and protect your assets.
By following these guidelines and maintaining vigilance, you can help safeguard against similar fraudulent schemes.
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