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Pakistan unveils Phish Radar to verify links, report fake sites and speed up cyber responses aiming to cut phishing attacks and protect citizens’ data.
Phish Radar, a national online platform, was launched by the National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) to combat the surge in phishing and online fraud across Pakistan. The tool allows users to instantly verify suspicious links and report fake websites, giving citizens a first line of defense before they click.
Developed through a public-private partnership, National CERT led the initiative while local firms including LogIQ Curve for development and PhishReaper for threat intelligence provide technical support. Officials say the integration of modern threat intelligence “will enhance the country’s ability to identify emerging cyber threats,” according to National CERT.
Phishing, the agency warned, is increasingly used to steal bank details, passwords and other sensitive information by impersonating trusted services via SMS, email or fake webpages. National CERT urged the public to verify links through Phish Radar and report suspected pages promptly to enable faster takedowns.
The platform also feeds reported data into Pakistan’s national cyber threat intelligence, enabling quicker analysis and coordinated action. “Fish Radar will help make national cyber threat intelligence more effective,” National CERT said, highlighting the system’s role in strengthening the broader cybersecurity ecosystem.
Experts welcomed the move but stressed user education remains crucial. Cybersecurity analysts noted that tools are only effective when citizens know to use them, and recommended awareness campaigns alongside the platform launch.
The release comes as Pakistan’s digital economy and online financial services expand, increasing attackers’ opportunities. Authorities say Phish Radar aims to reduce successful scams and improve response times, making routine checks part of everyday online behavior.
National CERT encouraged users to test suspicious links on the platform before interacting with them and to report anything doubtful. Officials said timely public reports will be critical for tracking patterns and dismantling phishing networks faster than before.
