METHODS OF CASHING OUT CARDS IN CARDING
Card cashing is the process of withdrawing or using funds from bank cards. This is a key part of carding, where people seek to transfer money to their accounts or receive it in cash. Let’s look at the main methods used to cash cards.
- Using cloned cards
Description: Attackers create physical copies of cards using data read from the magnetic strip (dumps). - Online shopping
Description: Stolen card data is used to purchase goods in online stores. - Transfers to other accounts
- Selling dumps
Description: Instead of using the cards directly, the attackers sell the dumps on the black market. - Using VoIP services
Description: Fraudsters use stolen cards to top up accounts on VoIP platforms (e.g. Skype, Zoom). - Payment for gift cards
Description: Stolen cards are used to purchase gift cards, which are then sold on the secondary market. - Using money mules
Description: Carders hire “money mules” to obtain money or goods. - Using cryptocurrencies
Description: Funds from stolen cards are converted into cryptocurrency to make tracking more difficult. - Buying tickets or booking accommodation
Description: Stolen cards are used to purchase airline tickets, book hotels or rent cars. - Using POS terminals
Description: Attackers use compromised POS terminals to withdraw funds from cards.
Conclusion
Carders use a variety of methods to cash out cards, each with its own benefits and risks.
If you have additional questions about cashing methods or protection methods, ask!