Security & Fraud

Security & Fraud

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Fraud Education and Resources

Scammers may pose as businesses or people you know like your credit union, utility company, popular retail stores, phone provider, or even a friend or relative. They may ask you to send funds to yourself or others using mobile or online banking. Read More

How to Protect Yourself from Data Breaches

In the digital age, everything is made just a little bit easier. You can hop online or pull up an app to order lunch, shop for groceries, pay a bill, or deposit a check in just a few clicks. But these modern conveniences also come with risks. Is your personal information really safe on the web? Read More

Amazon Prime Day Scams

Amazon Prime Day is a great time to find amazing deals on various products. This is also a great opportunity for scammers to do what they do best… But while you're hunting for bargains, scammers are hunting for you. Read More

Elder Fraud

Every year, countless elderly Americans become victims of various financial scams including but not limited to romance, lottery, and sweepstakes scams. Scammers establish trust with their targets, often communicating directly via computer, phone, and mail, or indirectly through TV and radio. Once they succeed, the potential for financial gain continues the scamming pattern. Read More

Gift Card Scams

Gift card fraud is a rising issue for people everywhere. Scammers use tricks like phishing and draining to take advantage of weaknesses in gift card systems to trick people. This leads to loss of money, stress, and extreme shame. Not to worry, there are often ways to report this scam and get your money back. Read More

Protection from Card Skimming

People use their debit cards for everything from buying groceries to getting gas. The convenience of having debit/credit cards eliminates most needs for cash. But with this convenience comes the risk of credit card skimming. Skimming is a type of fraud where thieves steal your credit or debit card information using a skimming device. This information can then be used to make unauthorized purchases or even create counterfeit cards. Read More