The theft of America has been targeted by a computer scam designed to access personal and financial data , using emails to trick customers into clicking malicious links . The email comes disguised an official email from the financial institution , requesting login credentials and sensitive personal data to ensure a removal of newly - imposed privacy restrictions . The criminals have been using Russia - based hosting provider Beget , which has been made aware of the thieves ’ operations .
The Bank of America has been targeted by a phishing scam designed to access personal and financial data, using emails to trick customers into clicking malicious links. The email comes disguised an official message from the financial institution, requesting login credentials and sensitive personal data to facilitate a removal of newly-imposed account limits. The criminals have been using Russia-based hosting provider Beget, which has been made aware of the scammers’ operations.