Fraud Prevention
Keep Cybersecurity on the Radar: Simple Ways to Monitor Your Accounts
It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’re sharing resources all month long to help you stay safe online. When it comes to fraud prevention, early detection is one of your best defenses. Taking a few minutes each week to monitor your accounts can help you spot suspicious activity before it turns into a bigger problem. Best …
Stay Off the Hook: How to Recognize Phishing Attempts
It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’re sharing resources to help you stay safe online. Picture this: You receive a text message that appears to be from TruNorth Bank stating: “Fraud Alert: We detected unusual activity on your account. To prevent your debit card from being suspended, confirm your information immediately: [link]” The text looks legitimate …
Stay Safe Online: Your Security Checklist
It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’re sharing resources to help you stay safe online. Protecting yourself from fraud starts with simple everyday habits. Are you taking the right steps to stay secure? Use our Online Security Checklist to see how many best practices you’re already following and assess how well you’re protecting your personal and …
Imposter Scams: How to Spot the Warning Signs and Protect Yourself
“We’re calling from the fraud department. Please provide the security code we just texted you.” “This is the IRS. You owe back taxes and must pay immediately to avoid penalties.” “Grandma, it’s me. I’ve been in an accident and need money right away.” Scammers are experts at pretending to be someone they’re not. They may …
Hang Up on Tech Support Scams!
“Your computer is infected with viruses! Call now!” “Your security subscription has expired. Immediate action required!” “We detected suspicious activity on your device and need remote access to fix it.” These alarming messages are often part of a tech support scam. Scammers pose as representatives from well-known technology companies and try to convince you that …
Crypto or con? Don’t invest in a scam.
“They promised me I’d make a guaranteed 300% return on my investment!” “They said my bank might try to ‘get in the way.’ I didn’t realize they were the only ones trying to help.” “When I finally realized I’d been scammed, it wasn’t just the money. I was embarrassed.” That’s how it starts. Today’s investment …
Smarter Tech, Smarter Scams: Don’t get fooled by AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a staple in everyday life. As we become more accustomed to AI tools, so are scammers. Here are common AI scams to keep on your radar. AI-powered scams to look out for: Voice cloning scams. Scammers copy audio of someone talking to manipulate, or clone, their voice, tricking their victims …
Protect your business from PPP loan fraud.
Scammers are targeting businesses nationwide that received Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans using publicly available data to impersonate financial institutions and steal your data. They may contact you about an “issue” with a fake payment or transaction (ACH, wire transfer, or check) or “warn” you about suspicious account activity or fraud in your Online + …
Don’t let scammers claim your refund.
Tax season is upon us, and so are identity theft schemes and other forms of fraud that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals. The IRS’s annual list of “Dirty Dozen” tax scams highlights what to look out for: IRS impersonation by email and text (phishing and smishing). Look out …
True Love or True Romance Scam?
According to the FTC, romance scam reports have nearly tripled since 2015. Moreover, people reported losing more money to romance scams in the past two years than any other fraud reported to the FTC. What is a romance scam? Romance scams happen when someone creates a fake profile on dating sites, apps, or social media. …