Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Interior has issued an urgent warning to the public against fraudulent SMS messages impersonating the ministry, as scammers ramp up efforts to steal personal information from residents.
In an official statement, the ministry said the fake messages falsely claim that recipients have committed legal violations, urging them to follow urgent instructions under the threat of penalties or legal action.
What the Scam Messages Say
The fraudulent messages are designed to create panic, pressuring recipients into sharing sensitive personal or financial information. Authorities have confirmed these messages have no connection to the Ministry of Interior and are part of ongoing cyber fraud attempts targeting UAE residents.
What You Should Do
The Ministry of Interior has urged the public to:
Not respond to such messages
Avoid sharing personal or financial information
Refrain from clicking on any suspicious links
Rely only on official government communication channels for accurate information
Authorities Taking Action
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to combating cyber fraud and protecting individuals from digital scams, urging residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious messages through official channels.