The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reported that fraud-related losses have increased by over 70% between 2020 and 2021, with 1.4 million identity theft reports. Identity theft not only incurs high expenses but also causes significant inconvenience as you try to undo the damage caused by the thieves. To prevent becoming a victim, here is...
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MEMBER ADVISORY: Beware of illegitimate emails from Microsoft
An ongoing scam has been identified, wherein an error message claiming to be from Microsoft pops up on a computer, informing the user that their device has been infected or hacked. The unsuspecting user is then instructed to call a phone number in the pop-up. If the number is called, the person at the other...
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Make sure to stay safe while using the internet.
Your personal information is essential; we want to help you keep it safe. Scammers are always looking for ways to obtain your personal information, so it’s important to be vigilant. Be cautious if you receive unsolicited calls, emails, text messages, or letters. Even if it appears from a legitimate source, never provide your personal...