{"id":106791,"date":"2026-08-13T10:48:21","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T06:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techxmedia.com\/en\/?p=106791"},"modified":"2026-08-13T10:48:24","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T06:48:24","slug":"abu-dhabi-warns-of-customs-phishing-cyber-scam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techxmedia.com\/en\/abu-dhabi-warns-of-customs-phishing-cyber-scam\/","title":{"rendered":"Abu Dhabi Warns of Customs Phishing Cyber Scam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Abu Dhabi Customs<\/a> has issued a warning over a growing phishing scam targeting the public, highlighting it as a fresh cybersecurity<\/a> threat rather than a simple case of fraud. The messages impersonate the authority and use official-looking language to mislead recipients into believing they are genuine communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the circulating messages carries the title “Official Customs Hold Notice \u2013 Customs Tariff Classification Required (Harmonised System).” At first glance, its formatting and tone make it easy to mistake for a real notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Abu Dhabi Customs has confirmed that these messages are part of a coordinated phishing scam, not an official communication. From a cybersecurity standpoint, such campaigns rely on social engineering rather than technical exploits, tricking users into handing over information voluntarily. As a result, the authority is urging customers to verify any message through official channels before taking action, particularly when it involves shipments, customs transactions, or fee payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the authority, the fraudulent notice contains several details designed to appear authentic, including a reference number, a date, and a time stamp. It also claims that a shipment has been placed on hold and requests action related to tariff classification and fee payment. Consequently, cybersecurity experts note that this level of detail is a hallmark of modern phishing scam techniques, since it lowers a victim’s guard and increases the chance of disclosing personal or business information, or completing an unauthorised transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abu Dhabi Customs has clarified that all official procedures and transactions are conducted strictly through approved systems and secure digital channels. In response to the threat, the authority is urging customers not to engage with suspicious messages. Specifically, it advises against clicking any links, opening attachments, sharing personal, business, or banking information, or making payments based on requests from untrusted sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, the authority stressed that protecting customer data and strengthening cybersecurity across its digital transactions remain top priorities. It also confirmed that safeguarding its systems from impersonation attempts continues to be central to its customs services ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In light of this, Abu Dhabi Customs has called on anyone who receives such messages to avoid responding or sharing information with the sender. Instead, they should report the messages through approved official channels, helping authorities track and contain the threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, the authority reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to raising awareness about safe digital practices. By addressing this phishing scam as a matter of cybersecurity, Abu Dhabi Customs aims to protect the public from fraud and impersonation attempts, while supporting a secure and trustworthy customs experience for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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