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Protect yourself from Social Engineering attempts
Protect yourself from Social Engineering attempts
Leigh Hemmings avatar
Written by Leigh Hemmings
Updated over 5 months ago

Stay Safe: Monitor Your Account for Fraudulent Activity

Keeping a watchful eye on your accounts is crucial in today's digital world. Regularly monitoring your accounts allows you to identify and address any suspicious activity early on, minimizing potential damage. Be aware and weary of any messages urging you to act fast on something unexpected. Recognizing these messages will help keep your information and accounts safe and secure.

This article will provide tips on how to monitor your accounts effectively and recognize signs of fraud.

Beware of Urgent Requests

  • Don't Rush: Scammers often try to pressure you into acting quickly. Be wary of any messages urging you to take immediate action, especially those involving unexpected situations. Take your time to verify the information before responding.

Red Flags to Watch Out For

  • Suspicious emails: Phishing emails or messages try to trick you into revealing personal information or clicking on malicious links. Be cautious of emails or messages from unknown senders.

  • Misspelled Websites: Carefully check the website name and address to ensure that there are no spelling errors, distorted logos, strange characters, numbers or letters.

  • Suspicious Downloads: Don’t download digital files from people that you do not know, unknown emails or on social media sites.

  • Requests for Personal Information: Be cautious with emails and calls from people claiming to be from the Bank asking for your password or other sensitive information. We won't ask for your password or other sensitive information via email or phone calls.

Keeping Your Information Safe

  • Never Share Account Information: Never share your account number, login details, or allow remote access to your computer with anyone. Always be wary of people that you do not know and requests that make you feel uncomfortable.

  • Be Cautious with Financial Transactions: Don't accept money or transfer funds on behalf of strangers, even if they offer a reward.

  • Trust Your Gut: If something feels off about a message or request, it probably is. Always trust your instincts and don't hesitate to report suspicious activity.

By following these tips and staying vigilant, you can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to fraud and keep your account information secure.

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