Tuesday, June 22, 2004
Consumer Advice: How to Avoid Phishing Scams
The number and sophistication of phishing scams sent out to consumers is continuing to increase dramatically. While online banking and e-commerce is very safe, as a general rule you should be careful about giving out your personal financial information over the Internet. The Anti-Phishing Working Group has compiled a list of recommendations that you can use to avoid becoming a victim of these scams.
Go to How to Avoid Phishing Scams for details.
Be aware of Recent Phishing Attacks.
Scam call to action:
"We want your online experience to be enjoyable and worry-free. That's why U.S. Bank Internet Banking uses various security procedures... Change your U.S. Bank Online Password often. The current password for your U.S. Bank accounts has not been revised for a long period of time and needs to be changed within 72 hours. Therefore, we urge you to do it today. You can do this quickly and easily by signing on and going to the Account Servicing area..."
Go to How to Avoid Phishing Scams for details.
Be aware of Recent Phishing Attacks.
Scam call to action:
"We want your online experience to be enjoyable and worry-free. That's why U.S. Bank Internet Banking uses various security procedures... Change your U.S. Bank Online Password often. The current password for your U.S. Bank accounts has not been revised for a long period of time and needs to be changed within 72 hours. Therefore, we urge you to do it today. You can do this quickly and easily by signing on and going to the Account Servicing area..."
posted by Admin at 5:26 PM
