Buy fake COVID results, vax certificates starting from Rs 1,800

NEW DELHI: Cyber security researchers on Tuesday revealed that forged Covid-19 test results and fake vaccine certificates are being offered on the Dark Web and various hacking forums from as low as $25 (Rs 1,800) to $250 (about Rs 18,000), for people seeking to board flights, cross borders, attend events or start new jobs.

To access fake 'vaccine passport' certificates, those interested just need to send their details and the money, and the seller on Dark Web will email back the fake documents for $250. Fake negative Covid-19 test results are on sale from various sellers from just $25, according to Check Point Research. The researchers found that the dark net advertisements for Covid-19 vaccines have increased by over 300 per cent in the past three months. (IANS)

Also Read: No COVID-19 case reported in the past four days in Arunachal Pradesh

Also Watch: Congress and AIUDF workers join AGP ahead of Assembly Polls