fraud alerts

Credit Union members must stay alert to the latest attempts by scammers to access personal financial data. Some of our members have recently received phone calls and texts from fraudsters posing as credit union associates. Fraudsters spoof credit union phone numbers and email addresses and use pieces of personally identifiable information to gain members’ trust…

Many consumers shifted to online shopping with retail store closures and safety/wellness concerns. Unfortunately, the combination of increased online shopping, desperation to get deals, and tracking their purchases create a ripe environment for cybercriminals. Scammers craft very convincing phishing attacks via email or text messages alerting consumers to order updates, shipping delays, and other mishaps.…

We urge our members to stay vigilant of scams and fraud every day. But you need to stay especially wary after a Hurricane. Natural disasters and severe weather can create opportunities for fraud in their wake, occurring at a time when people may be especially vulnerable, or targeting charitable intentions. According to the National Center…