Know the Threats
Active scam warnings for Malaysia. Learn the red flags and protect yourself.
IGP Reveals Online Scam Losses Surge to RM 2.97 Billion in 2025
Malaysia's IGP confirms online scam losses surged to RM 2.97 billion in 2025. Learn the top scam types and how to protect yourself from fraud.
91% of Removed Social Media Content Linked to Online Scams and Gambling
91% of social media content removed by Malaysian authorities is linked to online scams and gambling. Learn how scammers use social media to target victims.
Malaysian Trio Arrested Within Hours of Entering Singapore on Scam Mission
Three Malaysians arrested within hours of entering Singapore to carry out scam operations. Learn how cross-border scam syndicates recruit mules.
Cyber Scam Hubs Across Southeast Asia Fuelled by Human Trafficking
APG report reveals cyber scam hubs across Southeast Asia are fuelled by human trafficking. Learn how scam compounds operate and how to stay safe.
Parcel & Delivery Scam — Fake Pos Malaysia & J&T Notifications
Parcel delivery scams in Malaysia use fake Pos Malaysia and J&T notifications to steal banking details. Learn the 5 red flags and how to report.
TAC/OTP Hijacking — How Scammers Steal Your Banking Code
TAC and OTP hijacking is the gateway to draining Malaysian bank accounts. Learn how scammers steal your codes and 5 steps to protect yourself.
WhatsApp Voice Cloning Scam — AI Deepfake Voice Calls
Scammers use AI voice cloning to impersonate family members on WhatsApp in Malaysia. Learn how deepfake voice scams work and how to verify callers.
Government Grant Scam — Fake BRIM, STR & Bantuan Messages
Fake government aid scams impersonate BRIM, STR, and Bantuan programmes in Malaysia. Learn how to spot fake grant messages and protect your data.
QR Code Payment Scam — Fake DuitNow & Touch 'n Go QR Codes
QR code scams in Malaysia use fake DuitNow and Touch 'n Go QR codes to redirect payments. Learn how to spot tampered QR codes before you scan.
Fake Bank SMS Phishing — Maybank, CIMB & Public Bank SMS Scams
Fake bank SMS scams impersonate Maybank, CIMB, and Public Bank in Malaysia. Learn to spot phishing messages and protect your banking credentials.
Telegram Investment Group Scam — Fake Trading Groups & Signal Channels
Telegram investment scams use fake trading groups and signal channels to lure Malaysians. Learn the red flags of fraudulent Telegram investment groups.
Shopee & Lazada Scam — Fake Sellers, Refund Fraud & Non-Delivery
Shopee and Lazada scams in Malaysia include fake sellers, refund fraud, and non-delivery. Learn how to shop safely and report fraudulent sellers.
Loan Scam — Illegal Money Lenders & Fake Loan Apps in Malaysia
Loan scams in Malaysia include illegal Ah Long operations and fake loan apps that steal your data. Learn how to identify licensed lenders and report fraud.
Fake Customer Service Scam — Impersonating Banks & Telcos
Fake customer service scams in Malaysia impersonate bank and telco hotlines. Learn how scammers spoof caller IDs and steal your banking credentials.
AI-Generated Deepfake Scam — Video Calls, Photos & Voice Manipulation
AI deepfake scams use fake video calls and cloned voices to defraud Malaysians. Learn how deepfakes work and 5 ways to verify identity before sending money.
Trader Loses RM882,000 to Phone Scam in Malaysia
A Malaysian trader lost RM882,000 to a phone scam. Learn the warning signs of phone scams in Malaysia and how to protect yourself from losing money.
Malaysia Considers Legal Action Against Facebook Over Scam Cooperation Failures
Malaysia is considering legal action against Facebook for failing to cooperate on online scam prevention. Learn what this means for scam victims.
Fake ERP Fee Email Scam Targets Users Across Southeast Asia
A phishing email claiming unpaid ERP fees is circulating across Southeast Asia. Learn the warning signs of this scam and how to protect yourself.
Singapore Scam Gang in Cambodia Allegedly Led by Brothers
A scam gang operating from Cambodia was allegedly led by Singaporean brothers. Learn how Southeast Asian scam syndicates operate and how to stay safe.
Victims Claim Up to RM133,000 Lost in Alleged Bogus Aesthetic Training Scam
Victims in Malaysia report losing up to RM133,000 in an alleged bogus aesthetic training scam. Learn the warning signs and how to verify training providers.
Melaka Raids Dismantle Scam Calling Centres Behind Love and Investment Fraud — 45 Arrested
Police raids in Melaka dismantle scam calling centres behind sex, love, and investment fraud. 45 arrested in operation targeting organised scam syndicates.
Agrobank Confirms RM203 Million Online Fraud Loss in Malaysia
Agrobank confirms RM203 million in online fraud losses in Malaysia. Learn how banking fraud at this scale happens and how to protect your accounts.
Tawau Resort Used as Front for Online Scam Syndicate — 80 Arrested
A Tawau resort was used as a front for an online scam syndicate. 80 suspects arrested in police operation targeting organised cybercrime in Sabah.
Victim Loses S$4.9 Million in Deepfake Scam Impersonating Singapore PM Wong
A victim lost S$4.9 million in a deepfake scam using fake video of Singapore PM Wong and government officials. Learn how deepfake scams work and how to stay safe.
Singapore Bank Employee Foils S$200,000 Scam as Victim Nearly Hands Over Cash
A Singapore bank employee stopped a S$200,000 scam just as the victim was about to hand cash to criminals. Learn how banks help prevent scam losses.
Bursa Malaysia Advises Public to Be More Vigilant as Investment Scam Cases Rise
Bursa Malaysia warns public about rising investment scam cases in 2026. Learn how to verify legitimate investments and avoid fake trading platforms in Malaysia.
Chinese Student Loses RM20,580 in Online Currency Exchange Scam
Chinese student in Malaysia loses RM20,580 in online currency exchange scam. Learn how fake money changers target international students and how to stay safe.
Company Loses Over RM700,000 in Fake Email Steel Supply Scam
Malaysian company loses RM700,000 in business email compromise (BEC) scam using fake steel supply invoices. Learn how BEC attacks target businesses in Malaysia.
Retiree Loses Over RM328,000 in Police Impersonation Phone Scam
Malaysian retiree loses RM328,000 in police impersonation Macau scam. Learn the warning signs, how this phone scam works, and how to protect yourself.
Singapore Records Nearly S$400,000 in Losses From PR Application Scams
Singapore records nearly S$400,000 in PR application scam losses since January 2026. Learn how fake immigration agents target applicants across Southeast Asia.
Investment & Crypto Fraud — Get-Rich-Quick Schemes
Investment and cryptocurrency fraud is the deadliest scam category in Malaysia by financial losses. In 2025 alone, Malaysians lost an estimated RM 1.37...
Job Scam & Mule Account Recruitment
"Like, share, earn RM300 a day from home!" — If you have seen messages like this on WhatsApp or Telegram, you have encountered one of Malaysia's...
Macau Scam — Police & Authority Impersonation
The Macau Scam is Malaysia's highest-volume scam type, with 28,698 reported cases and RM 715 million in losses in 2025. Despite widespread awareness...
Rental Scam — Fake Property Listings
Rental scams are a growing problem in Malaysia, targeting tenants searching for affordable housing on platforms like Mudah.my, Facebook Marketplace,...
Romance Scam — Love & Dating Fraud
Romance scams are among the most emotionally devastating fraud types in Malaysia. Victims often lose between RM 50,000 and RM 500,000 or more — and many...
Online Shopping & Parcel Scam
Online shopping scams are the second-highest scam type by volume in Malaysia, with 14,881 reported cases and RM 123.7 million in losses in 2025. As more...