Booking.com customers beware! Recently, customers of the online travel agency have reported that they received phishing emails requesting personal and payment information shortly after making a purchase on the website. One customer, who shared their story, says the email disguised to be from Booking.com stated that they were charged twice for their transaction. In the email, the customer […]
Donating to Relief Efforts: Getting Your Money Where You Want It to Go
In times of crisis, we often feel hopeless and wonder how we can help those affected. Unfortunately, this is when scammers amp up their efforts to get your money by creating fake charities that look and sound like a legitimate one. Before you give, here are some tips from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to make sure […]
Fraudulent QR Code Scams on the Rise
Quick Response (QR) codes are back in the spotlight after making a resurgence during the COVID‑19 pandemic. It seems like everywhere we look these days there’s a square barcode for us to scan with our smartphones. Whether the code provides quick access to a website, restaurant menu, or direct payment, hackers have caught on to the convenient technology. […]
FBI Reports an Increase in SIM Swap Scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning of the increasing use of Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card swapping by hackers to steal money from bank accounts. From January 2018 to December 2020, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) received 320 complaints related to SIM swapping incidents with adjusted losses of approximately $12 million. In 2021, IC3 […]
Know the Warning Signs of a Romance Scam
According to the Federal Trade Commission, online romance scams are on the rise with $304 million being lost to scams in 2020 alone. If you are using online dating apps, websites or social media sites, it’s important to know how romance scams work so you can avoid being catfished and/or scammed. Millions of people across the country use […]
“Smishing” Fraud on the Rise in NH
The New Hampshire Information and Analysis Center (NHIAC) is reporting a rise in “smishing” attacks targeting NH residents. In recent incidents, fraudsters are luring victims into clicking on a malicious link they receive by text, claiming information they supply will verify vaccination status. Smishing happens when you click on a malicious link and that tricks you into […]
Know the Signs of Card Skimming
There has been a rise in skimming fraud occurring across the country. To protect yourself, it’s important to understand how this scam works, and recognize signs to avoid becoming a victim. A card skimmer is a device illegally installed on card readers to collect magnetic stripe information from credit, debit or ATM cards. The captured data can include […]
Mail Theft on the Rise this Holiday Season
Police departments across the state have reported recent mail thefts from postal mail drop boxes. Be mindful when sending and receiving mail, especially around the holiday season. If you believe you are the victim of mail theft, please report the matter to www.uspis.gov/report and contact your local police department. Follow these recommendations to keep your mail safe:Use the […]
Businesses: Don’t Get Tricked by a Fraudulent Invoice
Businesses should be on the lookout for fraudulent invoice emails at the beginning of each month. In this common scheme, called “Invoice Fraud,” scammers take advantage of the fact that many businesses receive an influx of invoices around this time and try to trick employees into giving out information, sending funds or clicking on links. While invoice […]
Common Check Scam on the Rise
Our Fraud specialists have learned about an increase in a common check scam in the local area. Scammers steal legitimate checks from the mail and alter or recreate the checks with new signatures, payees and often raised amounts. The checks are often difficult to uncover using standard fraud review at financial institutions as they share the same […]