Security experts have exposed “PharmaFraud,” a criminal network of more than 5,000 fraudulent online pharmacies. The operation puts millions of consumers at risk by selling unsafe counterfeit medications while also stealing their private data.
The fraudulent campaign mimics legitimate online pharmacies and specifically targets individuals seeking discreet access to medications such as erectile dysfunction treatments, antibiotics, steroids, and weight-loss drugs. What makes this operation particularly dangerous is its use of advanced deception techniques, including AI-generated health content, fabricated customer reviews, and misleading advertisements to establish credibility with potential victims.
These sites are designed to circumvent basic security indicators by omitting legitimate business credentials and requiring payments through cryptocurrency, which makes transactions virtually untraceable. The operation extends beyond simply selling fake drugs—it actively harvests sensitive medical information, personal details, and financial data that can be exploited in subsequent fraud schemes.
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