A total of 372 fake websites, suspicious links, and malicious redirects have been blocked in Azerbaijan as part of intensified efforts to combat cybercrime. The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) provided this information to the Operative Information Center-OMM.
According to the statement, cyber risks are being systematically analyzed within the framework of cooperation established between the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Central Bank of Azerbaijan. This partnership also focuses on ensuring the education and awareness of bank customers regarding digital security threats.
As a result of measures implemented over the past year, 372 suspicious internet resources used for the purpose of embezzling funds from bank cards were identified and blocked. These proactive steps have had a significant impact on reducing cases of illegal interference with bank cards across the country. The Ministry of Internal Affairs emphasized that when bank card users immediately report suspicious transactions to their respective banks, preventive measures become significantly more effective, allowing for the immediate freezing of funds and the neutralization of existing risks.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs urges citizens to remain vigilant and contact their banks or the police immediately upon encountering unknown links or fraudulent resources. In recent years, Azerbaijan has significantly upgraded its cybersecurity infrastructure to protect its growing digital economy. The collaboration between law enforcement and financial institutions remains a cornerstone of the national strategy to mitigate cyber threats and ensure the safety of electronic payments in Azerbaijan.
