Fraudulent Internet Links Not Associated With Former Prez Mahama - Cyber Security Authority Warns Internet Users

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has warned internet users against clicking two malicious links in circulation which purport to provide access to a monetary grant from a former President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama.In a public alert issued today (March 9, 2023), the CSA said the links were mainly being distributed through social media platforms including WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, and Telegram.The webpages displayed after the links are clicked come with the message: "Former President JOHN MAHAMA on Feb 1st 2023.

Applicants are to fill the form below and click on Apply".A form titled "Mahama's Grant Application Form" is also displayed on the web pages for interested persons to submit Personally Identifiable Information (PII).WarningThe Authority also warned that harvested Personally Identifiable Information (PII) from applicants of the websites may be used for phishing attacks and other online fraudulent activities."The public is hereby informed to disregard the offer as the former President is not associated with these websites," the alert reads.Other recommendationThe CSA also warned internet users to be cautious of links that were unsolicited and pay attention to the domain names for any website that claims to be associated with a high-profile personality.

"Contact the CSA if you need help to confirm the authenticity of links," the alert adds.

• Avoid clicking on links in suspicious or unexpected messages and emails, especially those that ask you to enter personal information or login credentials.