Fraud detection

How to Protect Yourself

Mobile devices  provide convenience and have become something many of us rely upon daily. Cybercriminals have also seized upon this convenience as a way to commit fraud. Consider the following tips to protect your devices.

Criminals never take a vacation. When planning a vacation, pack these cybersecurity tips for safe travels:

Whether it is Venmo, PayPal or Apple Pay, peer-to-peer payment apps have quickly risen in popularity over the last few years. While they create convenience for consumers, they also create a new target for fraudsters. And because payment apps do not have the same consumer protection as bank accounts, such as FDIC insurance, money stolen through a payment app cannot be recovered.

There are many precautions consumers can take to protect their payment app accounts from fraud, but using one... Read More

Use Card Valet to Avoid Potential Debit Card Delays When You’re Away from Home

If you’re planning a trip, plan to get the CardValet® app before you go. Create travel plans using the CardValet® app to get more control of your debit card and avoid potential debit card processing delays.

Create domestic or international travel plans with CardValet® -- so that your debit card keeps up with you (and your suitcase.) With CardValet® there... Read More

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, people all over the world have been anxiously awaiting the development of a vaccine that could protect them from the coronavirus. While the announcement that the vaccine is being distributed throughout the U.S. gives cybercriminals the opportunity to create scams, we're providing the following tips to help consumers avoid becoming a victim.

COVID-19 vaccine scams could come through phishing emails that offer to sell a vaccine or other type of treatment.... Read More

Are Electronic Signatures Safe to Use?

In today’s world, you’ve probably been asked to use an electronic signature for a job application, a car loan or even a home loan. New technology often yields new questions about safety and security. Here are some basics about electronic signatures to help you feel more comfortable with their usage:

As world leaders continue to address the novel coronavirus pandemic, the likelihood that cybercriminals will use the public’s concern over the situation in cyber scams increases. To help educate consumers, use these six tips on how to spot cyber scams.           

How to Protect Yourself From Coronavirus Scams

Consider taking the following steps when receiving communications regarding the coronavirus: