We have been notified that some members of the public have had fraudulent transactions from their bank account, under the name “WA Aids Council”.
WAAC have investigated the circumstances, and it has been identified they are fraudulent transactions related to a phishing scam, using our business name. If you notice these appearing in your account, please contact your bank immediately and report it as a fraudulent transaction.
Phishing is a way cyber criminals trick you into giving them personal information. They send you fraudulent emails or text messages often pretending to be from large organisations you know or trust. They may try to steal your online banking logins, credit card details or passwords. Phishing can result in the loss of information, money or identity theft.
For further information about phishing scams, please visit https://www.cyber.gov.au/threats/types-threats/phishing