Risk: Low
Over 1000 National Australia Bank (NAB) customers have been targeted by phishers claiming that the bank is bankrupt. NAB customers have been sent an email that claims that the bank's cashpoint machines are not working and that customers are starting to make panic withdrawals. A link in the email purports to offer further information, but actually installs a Trojan on the victim's machine which steals their login details, as they are then encouraged to click on another link to 'check their balance'.
The bank has sent emails to its customers to remind them to be careful when responding to emails, and those affected are urged to call their bank to check their account status. It has also posted a warning on its website, displaying how some of the hoax emails look - you can see them at http://www.national.com.au/Internet_Banking/0,,60615,00.html#Example1