Fraud and scams
When fraud is suspected, payment routes, correspondence and timing are important starting points.
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Fraud patterns at a glance
Forged invoices, fabricated relationships and manipulated investment platforms follow different patterns. Explore how they work and possible next steps.
Fraud patterns at a glance
CEO Fraud
Alleged instructions from management to accounts payable – immediate measures, follow-up and responsibility.
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Data theft, ransomware and attacks on corporate networks – preservation of evidence, notification channels and possible claims.
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Manipulated invoices and changed bank details in the payment run – recovery, liability questions and process security.
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Counterfeit brand and government sites – evidence preservation, reports to registrars and protection of your own brand.
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Misuse of personal data for contracts and accounts – defence against claims, information requests and correction of entries.
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Cross-border constellations involving several legal systems – jurisdiction, applicable law and enforcement.
Find out more: International fraudInvestment Fraud
Dubious return promises, trading portals and participation models – payment routes, information requests and possible claims.
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Wallet access, exit scams and trading platforms that do not pay out – tracing, information requests and the limits of enforcement.
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Fake shops, manipulated payment pages and fraudulent platforms – chargeback, evidence preservation and opposing parties.
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Forged bank and authority messages that harvest credentials – and what to do after an approval.
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Feigned relationships with systematic demands for money – evidence preservation, payment tracing and discreet handling.
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Shock calls, fake officials and alleged technical support – immediate measures and possible steps afterwards.
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