Online Threat Alerts (OTA) - Alerting you to scams and frauds.
Scamming - Fraud
The fake NHS PCR Test text message below is a scam. The fake text, which claims recipients have been in contact with someone who has the Omicron variant and they must order a free PCR testing kit at mypcr-test.com, is being sent by scammers.
NHS: You have been in contact with someone who has the Omicron Variant. You must order a free PCR testing kit here: hxxps://mypcr-test.com
The domain mypcr-test.com was registered or created today and it's Whois information shows it is not associated with the government. Also, it is now being redirected to the NHS' website, which means the scam has been discovered and taken down.
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Had a text this morning. Same stuff slight variations but web site identifies as a scam.
One more this afternoon, nhs.book-pcr-testkit.com
I thought this had been taken down but received a text today and realised it was a scam when it asked for my card details for postage.
Another new one to my phone this morning 27/4/22 nhs.test-kits-gb.com/nhs
Got a new scam on Saturday so thought I'd post it for othersnhs.pcr-testkit-uk.comThis website was created 31st March 2022.
Is this also a scam?hxxps://online-pcr-test.comI’ve had two of these today.
Yes, it is a scam.
My parents got a copy of this today 9 March 22 too, so the scammers are trying again.
Received another version today:From 44 7938 603099 :You've been in close contact with someone who has been infected with the Omicron Variant. You will need a Test Kit: https://my-pcr-testkit.comDeleted. If concerned, obtain your own test kit from a chemist or https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus
I had this text early this mornin which has worried me. I only realised after entering my home details and date of birth... I am scared these people now have all my personal details what should I do..I didn't give my bank details.
Just be careful going forward.
