"Package Arrived" Peels Off with Sticky Residue... A Shocking Phone Call

Did you know that the "notice of arrival of postal mail" left by delivery workers at the front door is being exploited as a phishing tool?

The Korea Post announced that forged notices, made to look almost identical to actual mail arrival notices, have been discovered in some regions.

These forged notices closely mimic the official format, making them sometimes difficult to distinguish with the naked eye.

The methods used include changing the delivery worker's contact number to a phishing number or inserting a QR code to distribute malicious software.

Legitimate notices are printed on special thermal paper similar to a receipt and attached using an adhesive method that allows them to be peeled off easily.

On the other hand, if it is attached with clear tape on regular copy paper or leaves a sticky residue when peeled off, you should suspect the possibility of forgery.

Also, if you discover a suspicious notice, you should avoid calling the listed number or scanning the QR code. Instead, it is recommended to directly contact the official Korea Post customer service center or visit a nearby post office to check if there is actually mail being delivered.

(Source: Korea Post)
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