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Do not share OTP: CPA alerts consumers in Oman against phishing scams

The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has issued a statement clarifying that it does not require consumers to provide bank card information when processing complaints.

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Sunday, September 22, 2024

MUSCAT : Any funds recovered for consumers as a result of complaints are transferred as direct deposit, ensuring a secure and straightforward process.

The CPA emphasized that it does not conduct any transactions or inquiries over the phone, urging all consumers to safeguard their personal information and not to share One-Time Passwords (OTPs) with anyone, including callers claiming to represent the CPA.


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