Scammers claiming you are owed a refund and tricking you into sending funds.
Refund / Chargeback Scams: Exposing Deceptive Recovery Claims
The Threat Landscape Refund and chargeback scams prey on individuals by claiming they are owed a refund or that an unauthorized transaction has occurred. Scammers then trick the victim into sending funds “upfront” to release the refund or gain remote access to the victim’s device to “correct” the error. These schemes are highly manipulative, often creating a sense of urgency to bypass a victim’s natural skepticism.
The Cypher Guard Intelligence Methodology Cypher Guard approaches these cases by tracing the transactions to show exactly where the “upfront” money was sent. Our team specializes in cyber-enabled fraud, using backgrounds in fraud detection and financial crime prevention to expose the underlying scheme. We ensure that all intelligence reporting is delivered with accuracy, compliance, and industry-aligned best practices.
What You Receive
- Scheme Analysis Report: A detailed breakdown of the deceptive tactics used and the technical trace of the funds.
- Compliance-Focused Evidence: All reports adhere to international Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) standards.
- Strategic Evidence Submissions: We prepare the structured evidence and liaison updates required to support your case with relevant entities.