Authorities have issued an urgent warning regarding a wave of online phishing scams targeting individuals through deceptive SMS and email messages. As of late July 2026, reports indicate that fraudsters are posing as major technology companies to trick users into believing their private photos stored on cloud services have been accessed by unauthorized parties.

The scam uses artificial urgency to induce panic, urging victims to click a provided link to verify their accounts. This link directs users to a fraudulent website that mimics legitimate login portals. Once victims enter their personal data or credentials, attackers gain control over their accounts, frequently leading to identity theft and unauthorized financial transactions. Police are urging the public to exercise extreme caution and to refrain from clicking links in unsolicited messages.

This incident follows a series of recent complaints across the region. Law enforcement remains in a state of high readiness as they continue to investigate the ongoing fraud campaign. Authorities advise citizens to verify account security only through official company channels and to avoid providing sensitive data on untrusted websites.