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Security Tips
- NEVER respond to unsolicited calls or emails requesting your confidential banking information.
- CalPrivate Bank will NEVER call you asking for your passwords, verification codes, or any other confidential information.
- When in doubt, contact your Banker!
Cyber hackers are sneaky and will use tactics that make you want to act fast and give up confidential information.
Tactics include:
- Making you believe that your account has been hacked and you need to give up your login credentials to secure it.
- Sending urgent emails or messages claiming there’s a problem with your account that requires immediate action.
- Creating fake websites that look like legitimate ones to trick you into entering your personal information.
- Using scare tactics, such as threats of legal action or account suspension, to pressure you into providing sensitive data.
Always be cautious and verify the authenticity of any communication before responding. If in doubt, contact your Banker or branch directly using a known, trusted method.
Identity Fraud May Be Down But Your Guard Needs to Stay Up!
Fraud comes in many shapes and sizes and unfortunately, it will never go away. Nor will the money and time spent fixing it. That’s why it’s vital to ramp up your security arsenal.
While fraud operators are constantly developing new viruses, spyware and online fraud schemes, the good news is that you can take action to protect yourself against online fraud. Delve into this site to find out how.
Take the keys to consumer control: Prevention and Detection
Prevention stops identity theft at the source and protects your private data before it is compromised by fraudsters. Taking advantage of online bill pay and even good old fashioned paper-shredding contributes to your own online safety.
Early Detection is equally important. Successful detection includes records consolidation and the regular review of your financial accounts for unusual activity. Banking online gives you quick access to your accounts, so that you can detect fraudulent activity sooner.
