Malaysia records significant rise in online fraud cases
Datuk Seri Dr Awang Adek Hussin said that, between 2020 and 2022, the total number of fraud-related complaints rose by 100 per cent.
Fri May 26 2023
'Love Scam' records highest fraud cases involving over RM365 mln in losses
A study conducted revealed that of the 7,286 cases recorded, 82.5 pct victims were women while the remaining 1,228 cases were male victims.
Wed Mar 29 2023
Sharing of bank account password, PIN number will lead to fraud cases, mule accounts - BNM
The sharing of bank account passwords or PIN numbers with close friends will increase the risk of online fraud, said BNM.
Tue Oct 04 2022
Fraud cases involving losses of over RM31m recorded in Pahang
From the 6,338 reports received, police have opened investigation papers on 1,203 cases while charges have been filed in 588 cases.
Mon Aug 08 2022
51,631 online cheating cases from 2019 to 2021, involving more than RM1.61 bln losses
There were 51,631 online fraud cases with more than RM1.61 billion in losses reported from 2019 to last year, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Mon Mar 14 2022
Siblings held for online fraud cases involving losses of RM3.29 mln
Melaka police have detained two siblings, believed to be involved in fraudulent online sales, including selling disposable children's diapers, involving losses amounting to RM3.29 million.
Fri Mar 11 2022
KKMM mulls cooperation with private companies to address fake news, online frauds
KKMM said that the involvement of the private companies will provide cyber security services to protect the users' personal data and information.
Sat Aug 08 2020
572 investigation papers on face mask fraud, losses worth RM5.5 million - Ismail Sabri
Most of the fraud cases involved online transactions including via Facebook and WhatsApp platforms.
Thu Jun 04 2020
Selangor online face mask scams record losses of RM1.9 million
People are advised to check the online sellers account number at ccid.rmp.gov.my/semakmule before making any purchases.
Thu Apr 16 2020
Weak passwords, sharing with boyfriend contributes to cyber crime
CyberSecurity Malaysia International and Government Engagement Division senior vice-president Mohd Shamir Hashim said the two factors led to various fraud cases involving cyber crime.
Tue Nov 08 2016
Be wary of umrah package scams
A widespread of fraud cases involving fake agents has been reported and the trend is worrying.
Wed Jun 15 2016
Civil servants target of fraud - PPIM
Civil servants are now seen to be the main target of certain parties in fraud cases involving housing loan and business schemes.
Fri Jan 23 2015