SPONSORED

Fraud Alerts! 3 Ways Bad Guys are Trying to Get Access to Your Information and How You Can Protect Yourself Right Now

Sep 11, 2020, 11:48 AM

Orem hackers...

Photo: Adobe Stock

Altabank - Fraud AlertThis article about the latest fraud alerts is sponsored by Altabank. Member FDIC.


There are always fraud scams happening around you, but do you know how to protect yourself from the most common ones? Here are 3 popular scams, and how you can protect yourself against them right now.

Identity Theft

Identity Theft - Scam Alert

Photo: Adobe Stock

Identity theft involving bank accounts is, unfortunately, becoming more commonplace these days. Someone can trick a victim into turning over their account number and personal information. They can turn around and use that to access the victim’s account. Then there’s nothing stopping them from transferring money in and out of the compromised account. If the victim doesn’t regularly watch their account they might even miss all these transfers. 

Email Scams (Phishing)

Phishing - Fraud Alert

Photo: Adobe Stock

Phishing is the most common digital scam where attackers try to access and exploit your data and information. These attempts happen through email, and usually, these emails try to get you to simply click on a file or link containing malware or ransomware. Or they can send you to a fake page telling you to log in to your account. They use basic psychology to trick you into providing all kinds of information. It’s actually pretty easy to fall for these emails. But there are some very clear signs that everyone should learn how to spot. Make sure to only open emails from people you know, and don’t click anything in an email that looks suspicious in any way.

Fake Phone Calls

Photo: Adobe Stock

Yep, these scams are still around. Some technology has helped service providers curb scam calls. But callers posing as the IRS, the FBI, loan officers or anyone saying you owe money are still causing headaches for people all over the country. So how can you protect yourself? Most phones have the ability to block calls directly. But you can also block calls from unknown numbers in iPhones and Androids. But the best first line of defense is just not answering calls from numbers you don’t recognize.

Protect Yourself from Fraud Alerts

Fraud Prevention Services - Fraud Alert

Photo: Adobe Stock

Banks like Altabank are starting to use multi-factor authentication to access their online banking and mobile banking applications. That means you have to verify your identity before you can access your account. Banks also have a lot of internal ways to identify suspicious behavior which may be taking place with your accounts. To find out more about how Altabank can protect you and your money you can check out their Fraud Protection Services.

We want to hear from you.

Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.

Today’s Top Stories

Sponsored

close up of rose marvel saliva blooms in purple...

Shannon Cavalero

Drought Tolerant Perennials for Utah

The best drought tolerant plants for Utah can handle high elevations, alkaline soils, excessive exposure to wind, and use of secondary water.

11 months ago

Group of cheerful team members high fiving each other...

Visit Bear Lake

How To Plan a Business Retreat in Bear Lake This Spring

Are you wondering how to plan a business retreat this spring? Read our sample itinerary to plan a team getaway to Bear Lake.

12 months ago

Cheerful young woman writing an assignment while sitting at desk between two classmates during clas...

BYU EMBA at the Marriott School of Business

Hear it Firsthand: 6 Students Share Their Executive MBA Experience at BYU’s Marriott School of Business

The Executive MBA program at BYU offers great opportunities. Hear experiences straight from students enrolled in the program.

1 year ago

Skier being towed by a rider on a horse. Skijoring....

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Looking for a New Winter Activity? Try Skijoring in Bear Lake

Skijoring is when someone on skis is pulled by a horse, dog, animal, or motor vehicle. The driver leads the skiers through an obstacle course over jumps, hoops, and gates.

1 year ago

For the second year, Utah Transit Authority (UTA) will be hosting “My BeUTAHful” art competitio...

Elizabeth Weiler

Win a UTA pass, art supplies and gift cards in student art competition

For the second year, Utah Transit Authority (UTA) will be hosting “My BeUTAHful” art competition. From now until March 20, students k-12 may submit their original art following the theme "Imagine + Lead + Change".

1 year ago

Banner with Cervical Cancer Awareness Realistic Ribbon...

Intermountain Health

Five Common Causes of Cervical Cancer – and What You Can Do to Lower Your Risk

January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness month and cancer experts at Intermountain Health are working to educate women about cervical cancer.

1 year ago

Fraud Alerts! 3 Ways Bad Guys are Trying to Get Access to Your Information and How You Can Protect Yourself Right Now