A wave of phishing scams targeting businesses and individuals has been reported across Slovenia, with fake emails claiming to offer tax refunds from the Financial Administration. The messages, which have circulated via email in recent weeks, appear to originate from the Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia, urging recipients to click on links to process their refund through the eDavki portal. However, these communications are fraudulent and designed to steal sensitive information. The scam was first identified after a similar message reached the email inbox of Gorenjski glas, a local newspaper. The message claimed the Financial Administration had approved a tax refund of €7,483 for the recipient’s company, requiring them to complete an administrative obligation through the eDavki portal. The email included a link for processing the refund, but the domain used, edavki-po.com, is clearly not associated with the official Financial Administration. This discrepancy immediately raises red flags for cybersecurity experts. According to the National Cyber Security Response Centre (SI-CERT), the messages are part of a broader phishing campaign that has become increasingly common in recent months. These attacks typically involve deceptive emails, SMS messages, or private messages that prompt users to click on links or provide personal data. SI-CERT emphasized that users should never open links or attachments unless they are certain the communication comes from a legitimate source. If someone has already clicked on a phishing link and entered personal information, such as passwords or banking details, they are advised to change passwords immediately and contact their bank. In addition to the tax refund scam, similar phishing attempts have targeted individuals under the guise of the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia. These messages aim to gather business-related information, which can later be used in more sophisticated cyberattacks, including Business Email Compromise (BEC) schemes, CEO fraud, or changes to banking details of business partners. According to SI-CERT, the primary targets of these attacks are accounting and financial departments within companies. Meanwhile, police in Koper have reported two separate incidents involving physical encounters with potential victims. In one case, a man in Kopra was approached by a couple who claimed to be Polish citizens stranded abroad due to a lack of cash and proper credit cards. They asked him to lend €400, promising to repay it via online transfer. In another incident, a Hungarian woman at the Lom rest area was approached by a man who claimed to have lost his wallet in Zagreb and requested €500, assuring her he would transfer the money to her account within one to two days. A companion of the man showed her a phone displaying a supposedly successful transaction. Both cases were confirmed as scams by local authorities. Police in Koper issued warnings to the public, urging caution against such tactics. Anita Leskovec, a spokesperson for the Koper Police Department, stated that these incidents highlight the need for vigilance. She recommended that anyone encountering suspicious behavior should immediately report it to emergency services at 113, providing as much detail as possible about the suspects. Authorities have also reminded the public that banks and government agencies generally do not request card details or other sensitive information through unsolicited emails or text messages. If individuals suspect they have fallen victim to a scam, they should contact their bank, change affected passwords, and review the security settings of their accounts. Additionally, they are encouraged to report suspicious messages to the national cybersecurity response center, SI-CERT. Cybersecurity experts continue to monitor the situation, warning that such scams are likely to evolve and become more sophisticated over time. As awareness grows, so does the importance of educating the public on how to recognize and respond to these threats effectively.
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Gorenjski glasNeovisanSredinaČinjenice 85Objektivnost 80jučerČlanak koji je objavio Gorenjski glas upozorava čitatelje na phishing prijevaru u kojoj lažne e-mailove izgledaju kao da dolaze iz Slovenske financijske agencije, nudeći povraćaj poreza.
Procjena pristranosti (Sredina): Članak predstavlja činjenične informacije o prijetnjama kibernetičkoj sigurnosti bez zauzimanja političkog stajališta.
Zašto činjenice (85): The article accurately describes a phishing attempt involving a fake email from the Financial Agency, citing the false domain 'edavki-po.com' as evidence. It references SI-CERT as an authority on cybersecurity threats and explains the nature of phishing attacks. The content aligns with common knowle
Zašto objektivnost (80): The tone remains informative and advisory, warning readers not to engage with the fake email. While the article presents the situation clearly, it slightly leans toward caution rather than neutrality, but does not introduce subjective bias or emotional language.
Primorske noviceNeovisanSredinaČinjenice 85Objektivnost 75jučerČlanak izvještava o dva slučaja prijevare u području Kopera u Sloveniji. U oba slučaja, pojedincima su se obratili nepoznati ljudi koji su tvrdili da im hitno trebaju novac. U prvom slučaju, dvojica muškaraca iz Poljske navodno su prevarili čovjeka da im pozajmi 400 eura, obećavajući da će ih vratiti bankovnim prijenosom. U drugom slučaju, muškarac je pristupio mađarskoj ženi, tvrdeći da je izgubio svoju osobnu iskaznicu u Zagrebu i zamolio je da mu pozajmi 500 eura, uvjeravajući ga da će mu vratiti novac. Prisutna žena pokazala mu je lažnu potvrdu o transakciji na svom telefonu. Policijska uprava u Koperu upozorila je građane da ostanu budni i savjetovala im da odmah prijave takve prijevare hitnim službama.
Procjena pristranosti (Sredina): U članku su predstavljene činjenične informacije o prevarantskim aktivnostima bez otvorene kritike ili pohvale bilo koje političke skupine, ideologije ili politike.
Zašto činjenice (85): This article corroborates the previous report with similar details about the fraudulent incidents. It includes quotes from the police spokesperson, adding credibility. The information matches the other articles, reinforcing the factual consensus.
Zašto objektivnost (75): The language is alarmist, using phrases like 'predrzne goljufe' (dangerous fraudsters) which may influence reader perception. While intended to raise awareness, this phrasing introduces some bias, affecting objectivity.
Primorske noviceNeovisanSredinaČinjenice 85Objektivnost 75prekjučer Policija upozorava na prijevare gotovinom i lažne internetske prijenoseČlanak izvješćuje o dva slučaja prijevare u Koperu u Sloveniji, gdje su se pojedinci pretvarali da su bračni parovi iz Poljske, a muškarac koji je tvrdio da je izgubio novčanik u Zagrebu tražio je financijsku pomoć.
Procjena pristranosti (Sredina): U članku su prikazane činjenične informacije o prevarantskim aktivnostima bez otvorene kritike ili pohvale bilo koje političke skupine, ideologije ili dužnosnika.
Zašto činjenice (85): The article accurately reports two incidents of fraud where individuals posing as Polish couples asked for money under false pretenses. It aligns with the cross-source consensus from the other articles, providing specific details such as amounts requested and locations. No primary source was availab
Zašto objektivnost (75): The tone is cautionary and informative, aiming to warn readers about fraud. While not overtly biased, there is a slight editorializing tone in the concluding statement urging vigilance, which slightly reduces objectivity.
Svet24NeovisanSredinaČinjenice 60Objektivnost 60prekjučerČlanak upozorava na "strance" koji pričaju složene priče kako bi ljude prevarili za do 400 eura. Policija upozorava javnost da ne padne u ove prevare, koje često uključuju izmišljene priče. Takvi incidenti naglašavaju potrebu za budnošću protiv prijevarnih aktivnosti u kojima su uključene osobe koje tvrde da su iz drugih zemalja.
Procjena pristranosti (Sredina): Članak predstavlja činjenično upozorenje policije o specifičnoj vrsti prijevare, bez da otvoreno favorizira bilo koju političku ideologiju.
Zašto činjenice (60): This article is incomplete and lacks specific details about the incidents. It only mentions the police warning without elaborating on the cases, making it less reliable compared to the other articles. The lack of detail limits its factual value.
Zašto objektivnost (60): The article is brief and lacks depth, making it difficult to assess objectivity. It appears to be a summary rather than a full report, possibly leading to a more subjective interpretation due to limited context.
Maribor24NeovisanSredinaprije 14 hČlanak upozorava čitatelje na phishing prijevaru koja uključuje lažne poruke od ZZZS-a (slovenske institucije socijalne sigurnosti), koje tvrde da su primatelji upravičeni do povrata novca. Ove poruke upućuju korisnike na lažne web stranice na kojima se od njih traži da unesu osobne podatke, što potencijalno dovodi do financijskih gubitaka. Članak objašnjava da je phishing oblik online prijevare u kojem napadači varaju žrtve da dijele osjetljive podatke kao što su lozinke, podaci o kreditnim karticama ili pristup online bankarstvu. Savjetuje da se ne klikne na sumnjive poveznice, čak i ako se čini da dolaze od pouzdanih institucija poput banaka ili vladinih agencija. Ako je netko već unio svoje informacije na lažnom sajtu, savjetuje se da se obrate svojoj banci, promijene kompromitirane lozinke i provjere sigurnosna postavka računa. Čitateljima se također savjetuje da prijave sumnjive poruke nacionalnom centru za odgovor na cybersigurnost SI-CERT.
Procjena pristranosti (Sredina): U članku se raspravlja o općoj cyber sigurnosnoj prijetnji (phishing) i pruža praktične savjete o tome kako identificirati i odgovoriti na takve prevare.
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