More than 360 incidents of online financial fraud have been reported across Sri Lanka over the past month, according to the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT).
SLCERT said the increase in cyber-enabled financial scams underscores the growing threat posed by fraudsters targeting internet users through various online platforms and digital services.
The agency urged the public to exercise caution when conducting online transactions and warned against sharing personal, financial, or banking information with unverified individuals, websites, or applications.
Authorities also advised internet users to remain alert to suspicious messages, emails, and links that may be used to steal sensitive information or gain unauthorized access to financial accounts.
SLCERT said it continues to monitor emerging cyber threats and encouraged anyone who becomes a victim of online financial fraud to report incidents promptly to facilitate investigations and provide necessary assistance.
