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Scammers Using Fake Websites, Malicious Apps To Impersonate BNM

06/11/2026 03:02 PM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) – The public has been warned about scammers impersonating Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) through fake websites and malicious applications to steal personal and banking information.

In a post on its official X account today, BNM said: "A website may look official, but that doesn’t mean it’s genuine.

"Beware of scammers impersonating BNM through fake websites and malicious apps to steal your personal and banking information," it said.

BNM urged the public to remain vigilant and verify suspicious information through its official verification portal.

"Stay alert! Verify suspicious information at bnm.gov.my/verify," it said.

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