High-Level Impersonation Scams

Introduction

Scammers impersonate your manager or use fake profile pictures or tone to pose as a senior manager of your company or a customer to demand you to perform fraudulent business transactions. Usually, this involves the transfer of funds or carrying out other illegal acts.

Prevention

Stay clam and double-check the identity of the person who sent you the friend request to ensure that you are really communicating with your management. Be extra careful when your friend talks about financial transactions or sensitive information.

Keywords

"Hey XXX, do you remember me?", "XXX, I don't have time to explain, just do what I say", "XX, can you do me a favor and help me make payment first?"