SBI YONO Aadhaar Link Scam: PIB Debunks Viral Claim, Warns Against Fake APK

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News18•10-01-2026, 12:34
SBI YONO Aadhaar Link Scam: PIB Debunks Viral Claim, Warns Against Fake APK
- •A viral message claims SBI YONO app will be blocked if Aadhaar is not updated via an APK file.
- •PIB Fact Check has debunked this claim, stating it is completely fabricated and a scam.
- •Cyber fraudsters are sending fake messages to SBI customers, asking them to download malicious APK files.
- •SBI never sends links or APK files via SMS or WhatsApp; such messages are fraudulent.
- •Downloading unknown APK files can install malware, allowing fraudsters to steal bank details and personal information.
Why It Matters: Do not fall for fake messages asking to link Aadhaar to SBI YONO via APK; it's a scam.
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