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MB Bank (Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank) has warned customers about a rise in fraud schemes at the start of 2026, saying scammers are using increasingly sophisticated impersonation tactics to steal personal information and assets. The bank highlighted common approaches including malicious links, requests for one-time passwords (OTPs), and fake “offers.”
MB Bank said perpetrators often contact customers through social media, phone calls, SMS, or websites featuring attractive content and a sense of urgency to push victims to act quickly.
The bank noted that fraudsters may lure customers to unfamiliar links that lead to fake websites, or require downloading and installing apps containing malware, often distributed in .apk format, to take control of the device and steal personal data.
After gaining initial trust, scammers request login credentials, personal documents, bank account information, phone numbers, card details, and then use OTP verification to seize access to the full account balance.
MB also warned about “bait” schemes involving small immediate rewards or firm commitments. In these cases, victims are pressured to deposit money, pay fees, or transfer funds for reasons such as securing promotions, paying “verification fees,” or requesting refunds. After the transfer, criminals reportedly cut off contact. The bank added that information provided by victims can be reused in other scam scenarios.
During travel periods, MB said scammers may offer voucher packages or cheap services to attract customers. The bank warned that after users transfer deposits, scammers may stop responding or cancel services, while no tickets, hotels, or services exist as advertised.
MB Bank said these steps are intended to help customers confirm information through official systems and reduce the risk of fraud.
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