Email Interception Scam on the Rise

??ALERT: Email Interception Scam on the Rise!???

It was a regular Thursday morning for Isla, a hardworking business owner, who was busy juggling meetings, client calls, and invoices. As she scanned her inbox, she noticed an email from one of her regular suppliers. Their logo was there, the conversation was familiar and professional, there was a?reference to previous communications, and the invoice was due.

But beneath the surface, danger was lurking.

Isla began the payment process, but because of DigiDoe’s ??AI-driven Real-Time Transaction Monitoring?and ??? Suspicious Payment Alerts, Isla stopped in her tracks as a security alert flashed on her screen, causing her to think twice.

Isla realised that, despite everything on the invoice seeming in order, she had not in fact confirmed the new beneficiary details with the company directly. When she made the call, her stomach sank. The supplier had no knowledge of the payment, nor the updated beneficiary details. Isla had been seconds away from sending thousands of pounds into the hands of a scammer, the results of which could have been catastrophic to her business.

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This scam is how Email?and Invoice Fraud works:

1. Scammers infiltrate email chains?between clients and their suppliers.
2. They send fake invoices?that look like they’re from regular contacts, but with switched bank details.
3. Clients think they are paying a supplier, but in reality, the money is vanishing into a scammer’s account.

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Could this happen to you?

Invoice fraud can happen to anyone! The security of a payment journey, from source to destination, is only as strong as its weakest link. Even the most cyber-savvy users need to stay vigilant, ensuring every link in the chain is scrutinised.

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Here’s how you can protect yourself:

• Watch out for phishing emails:?Even if they look familiar, watch for slight spelling mistakes, change in tone and other inconsistencies.
• Always verify payment details:?Call your supplier to confirm, especially when bank information changes – But don’t use the number provided on the email, this could also be the fraudster!
• Trust your gut:?If something feels off, pause and double-check.

Isla now breathes easier knowing DigiDoe is always on guard, watching her transactional activity closely. ???

Don’t wait for a close call to take action—stay vigilant and let DigiDoe protect your business from the scams of tomorrow, today. https://bit.ly/4e7GcE8