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Threat Library

16 Scam Types.
All Recognised. All Countered.

India's cybercriminals have a playbook. We know every page. KavachBot recognises all active cybercrime patterns — and responds before you're harmed.

Most Reported

Digital Arrest Scam

Fake CBI, ED, or customs officer on video call. Demands bail money via UPI. 1.23 lakh cases reported across India in 2024. Losses: ₹1,935 crore.

₹890 Cr lost 2024

Investment Fraud

WhatsApp and Telegram groups promising guaranteed returns. Fake SEBI registration numbers.

FedEx / Parcel Scam

Caller claims a parcel in your name was intercepted at customs. A fine must be paid immediately via UPI.

KYC / Bank Fraud

Fake message claiming your account will freeze. Click a link. Your credentials are stolen.

Job / Task Fraud

Part-time work offer. Earn money per YouTube like. Upfront registration fee demanded. Job never materialises.

UPI / QR Fraud

Scammer sends a QR code claiming it will send you money. In UPI, QR codes can only deduct.

Rising Threat

Dangerous App

Fake bank or government app sent over WhatsApp. Designed to steal your OTPs and take over your device.

Rising Threat

Romance / Investment Trap

Weeks of friendly conversation, then a "once-in-a-lifetime" investment opportunity on a fake platform.

High Danger

Remote Access Fraud

"Bank support" asks you to install a screen-sharing app. Once installed, every account is accessible to the scammer.

Predatory Loan App

Instant loan with hidden interest. Demands access to your contacts and threatens them if repayment is delayed.

Fake Lottery / Prize

You've won something. Pay a "processing fee" to claim it. PM Kisan, MGNREGA, electricity board names misused.

Utility Bill Threat

An SMS warning your electricity or water connection will be cut tonight. Pay immediately through a provided link.

Crypto Scam

Fake crypto exchange websites. Requests for your wallet's seed phrase which gives them total control of your funds.

Marketplace Fraud

Buyer or seller on OLX or Facebook Marketplace demands an advance payment or tries to reverse an online transaction.

SIM Swap Fraud

Caller pretends to be your telecom provider. Asks for Aadhaar and OTP to "upgrade" your SIM, taking over your number.

Emerging

AI Video Call Fraud

A video call appears to be from a family member or official — but the face and voice are AI-generated deepfakes.