Pan 2.0 Scam: How To Stay Safe Guide
What Is Pan 2.0 Scam?
- Cybercriminals circulating fake Pan 2.0 download messages and emails
- Taxpayers at target
- Phishing links being sent citing PAN upgrade urgency
Avoid Clicking Unknown, Suspicious Links
- Don't click random email links
- Also avoid opening links from messaging apps citing any PAN update emergency
Don't Share OTPs
- Scammers might share hoax OTPs that can give remote access of your device. - Avoid sharing OTPs and codes to strangers
Verify WhatsApp Messages Authenticity
- Verify authenticity of Whatsapp messages shared for PAN Card update (could be fake).
- Don't click on links from forwarded WhatsApp messages