F6 Launches Open Anti-Phishing Platform to Empower Users Against Cyber Threats

F6, a leading developer of technologies for combating cybercrime, has launched an open platform named «Anti-Phishing» aimed at addressing online fraud. This platform allows users to report phishing websites, emails, links, and malware-laden applications. F6 experts verify the reports and promptly forward verified information to regulators and relevant organizations for swift action against threats.

With the new F6 Anti-Phishing platform, users can take part in the fight against digital threats, protecting themselves and their loved ones.

Cybercriminals are ramping up their phishing and scam attacks. Last year, the average number of counterfeit sites for a single popular brand surged by 28% — from 7,878 to 10,112. This rise in threats is fueled by the growth of fraudulent communities and affiliate programs. Emails also pose significant risks, as malicious phishing campaigns remain a primary avenue for infiltrating the infrastructures of targeted organizations. The majority of malware-infected messages often contain spyware and infostealing software. Cybercriminals are also refining their hybrid attack methodologies targeting Android users, including phishing, social engineering, and malicious apps.

On the F6 Anti-Phishing platform, any user can report suspicious sites, phishing emails, scam links, or malicious applications, even if these originate from personal messages in messaging apps or social media. All submissions are reviewed by F6 experts, after which the information is sent to relevant organizations, registrars, and hosting providers for prompt threat mitigation.

“Cyber threats endanger all users, regardless of their technical skills or the operating systems they use. Our Digital Risk Protection solution blocks hundreds of fraudulent resources exploiting company brands every day. Currently, cybercriminals can create phishing links and malicious applications in mere minutes. The Anti-Phishing platform empowers every user to actively participate in the fight against cybercrime, mitigating threats that may harm them or their loved ones. Specifically, it aids in combating one-time phishing links and applications circulated through personal messages,” stated Stanislav Goncharov, head of the Digital Risk Protection department at F6.

To learn how to report a suspicious link or forward a phishing email to the experts, visit the Anti-Phishing platform at antiphishing.f6.ru.

Among the prevalent and current phishing and scam schemes are:

— utilizing the NFCGate app in various forms to intercept and transmit credit card information;
— seasonal scams and phishing schemes related to summer vacations;
— multiple variations of the Fake Date scheme: from fake tickets for a stand-up date to fraudulent beauty salon services that lead to data theft and financial loss;
— diverse scenarios for hijacking accounts on messaging platforms like Telegram and WhatsApp;
— fake surveys offering rewards aimed at data theft and account hijacking on messaging services;
— work-from-home scam schemes;
— counterfeit lottery and retail websites;
— and the ongoing “Mammoth” scheme involving theft of money and banking data during online payments or sales of goods and services.