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PIB has clarified that State Bank of India (SBI) never sends any link or APK file through SMS or WhatsApp.

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If you have also received a message asking you to download an APK file to redeem SBI rewards, then be careful. This message is completely fake and is being sent to steal your personal information. PIB Fact Check has issued a warning in this regard and has appealed to people to avoid such messages. PIB has clarified that State Bank of India (SBI) never sends any link or APK file through SMS or WhatsApp.

You may be cheated after downloading the app

In the fake message in the name of SBI, customers are being told that they can redeem their SBI Rewards, for which they have to download an APK file by clicking on a special link. Clicking on such a link can make your phone vulnerable to malware or virus, due to which your personal information like bank account details, passwords, etc. can be stolen.

you should not make such a mistake

• Do not download unknown links or files: If you receive any suspicious message or link, do not click on it or download any APK file.
• Report fake messages: Report any such messages to the concerned authorities and make people aware about it.
• Pay attention to cybersecurity: Only download applications to your phone and other devices from trusted sources.