Keto Blast and CBD Gummy Scams

This artticle is from Trend Micro.

Snake oil salesmen have been selling their “miracle cures” since long before the internet was
even a dream. But the quack industry has skyrocketed in the age of digital communication, with
infinite advertisements seemingly at the bottom of every webpage and in the headlines of
every dodgy news site. This week we’ve found scams related to keto diet and CBD gummy
supplements.

Keto Blast Gummies Scam

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Consumers have been receiving SMS text messages containing phishing links. The advertised
product is a gummy supplement that supposedly aids weight loss by promoting a ketogenic, fat-
burning environment in the human body (keto diet). Of course, it is just the latest quack
product that aims to make a profit out of people’s insecurities.

SMS Content:

• try these new gummies for just 7 days and family won’t recognize it’s you. stop exercises:
  as3pqw2evf.co/6nf4p reply end to unsubscribe
• Test these new Gummies for just a week and folks won’t believe it’s you. No more
  exercises: xaicb90ufe.co/rsxu2

Clicking the phishing link will take you to phishing page where your personal information will be
harvesting, potentially leading to all kinds of threats — such as theft or identity fraud. If you
want to lose weight, healthy exercise and a varied diet is the way to go. Fall for these gummies
and the only thing you’ll lose is your money!

CBD Gummies Scam

Consumers have also been receiving similar phishing texts advertising CBD (cannabidiol)
gummies. CBD is a chemical extract from the cannabis plant. While there’s a lot of exciting
research into its medicinal effects — e.g., pain relief and depression — these gummies are likely
fakes.

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SMS Content:

• breaking news alert, dr oz: [URL]
• eat a free hemp gummy: [URL]

Following the phishing links will likely result in compromising your personal details. There’s no
guarantee you’ll receive the product — and even less that they will work. If you are interesting
in CBD (and it’s legal in your area), it would be best to check with local health services and
reputable, established companies.

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• Always double-check reviews of shopping websites.
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