Successful scams rely on distraction
Email and social media are frequent gateways to credit card fraud. Online thieves go to great lengths to make their fake websites look real, but all they do is take your money — and credit card or debit card number.
Frauds only need a few victims
Suspect any seemingly urgent emails or text messages that demand immediate action or risk bad consequences. The same is true for telephone calls expressing an urgent need, often posing as holiday charities.
Beware of fake package delivery notifications
Thieves increasingly use fake package delivery alerts by email or text. These typically appear to come from a major courier or e-commerce vendor advising of a delay or an address problem.
Keeping an eye on credit card purchases
Always check your monthly card statements for small unknown charges, which thieves can use to gauge your vigilance before racking up even bigger charges.
