Residents are being reminded not to share their bank details on untrusted websites.
That's according to the Dubai Police, who took to Twitter to advise the public on the dangers of fraudulent behaviour online.
They clarified that fake websites can store and use financial data illegally.
People have also been urged to report such incidents via Dubai Police's official website.
Never share your bank details with untrusted websites. Fake websites store your financial data and use it illegally#YourSecurityOurHappiness#SmartSecureTogether#DPAwareness pic.twitter.com/VGIzybZum8
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) June 10, 2021
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