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Safety First: Misleading Mail
11 September
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We often hear about email and phone scams, but what about traditional mail scams? Mail fraud remains a serious crime and is a common tactic used by scammers today. What to Watch Out for with Mail Fraud .stk-67d587b {margin-bottom:0px !important;}Here are some examples of fraudulent mail that...
Safety First: Selfie Spoofing
15 August
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As technology evolves, so do the tactics fraudsters use to scam potential victims. One of the latest scams gaining traction is “selfie spoofing.” What is Selfie Spoofing? Selfie spoofing is a scam where fraudsters use their intended victim's selfie to verify their identity and open fraudulent accounts....
Safety First: Grandparent Financial Scams
16 April
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Scammers are continuously devising new methods to target potential victims. Recently, there has been a surge in Grandparent Scams. In these scams, the fraudsters exploit the bond between grandparents and their grandchildren to gain access to personal information. They may pose as the distressed grandkid,...
Safety First: Avoiding a Scam
04 March
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.stk-ded0810{margin-bottom:0px !important}In today's digital world, it is crucial to recognize the warning signs of a scam and the ways to avoid being scammed before it is too late. Here are four red flags to look for when you may be dealing with a potential scammer: Impersonation:...
Safety First: What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?
25 January
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Multi-Factor Authentication (sometimes called MFA), is a powerful way to keep your accounts secure. Think of it like an extra lock on the digital doors to your accounts. Multi-factor authentication requires a user to provide a combination of two or more credentials to verify their...
Safety First: What is Phishing?
18 January
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.stk-e8078a1{height:23px !important} Phishing occurs when a scammer sends emails or text messages impersonating another person or company to try to steal your personal information (passwords, account numbers, Social Security numbers, etc.). Sharing your personal information with this scammer could give them access to your email, bank,...
Safety First: Gift Card Scams
20 December
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.stk-d415de1 {height:25px !important;} Gift card scams are on the rise, and are even more popular during the holiday season. First things first - no legitimate business or government agency will ask for payment in the form of a gift card. Keep reading to learn how these...
Safety First: Protect Yourself Against Fraud
09 August
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Security Training: KnowBe4
16 May
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