Andorra's CASS Warns of Phishing SMS Scam Targeting Health Cards

The Andorran Social Security Fund (CASS) has warned residents of a phishing campaign involving fake SMS messages that impersonate the organisation to steal personal data.

The fraudulent texts alert recipients to an alleged imminent expiry of their health card and provide a link for supposed renewal instructions. CASS emphasises that it never requests personal details via text messages and has identified these communications as scams.

Officials urge people to disregard the messages, refrain from clicking links or sharing information, and delete them without delay. Residents should use official channels like the CASS website or app for any legitimate inquiries.

The scam messages come from numbers with a +44 prefix, commonly associated with the UK. CASS has informed the police and is cooperating to address the issue.

"This type of fraud seeks to compromise devices and accounts," CASS stated in its advisory, calling for heightened awareness amid growing cyber threats in Andorra. No details have emerged on the campaign's reach or potential perpetrators, and investigations continue.

The body remains focused on safeguarding users against digital risks.