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KnowBe4 Scam of the Week: Cryptocurrency on Twitter

KnowBe4 Scam of the Week: Cryptocurrency on Twitter

The bad guys are finding new ways to scam you on social media using your favorite celebrities. By using Twitter’s promoted tweet functionality, the bad guys are trying to trick you into thinking celebrities are “giving away” e-currency, such as bitcoin. The names of well-known celebrities will always show a blue checkmark next to their name on Twitter, so if you don’t see the verified mark next to their name, don’t click! Even if you do see the verified mark, don’t assume items posted on social media are safe or secure.

Scheduled maintenance to SFSB Website 11/8/2018

Our website will undergo scheduled maintenance on Thursday, November 8th from 11:00pm-12:00am. Our website may be temporarily unavailable for 15-30 minutes within this one hour of scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. 

SFSB Customer Alert! Debit Card Fraud! 10/8/2018

We have seen an influx in debit card fraud activity located in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. Due to this fraud you will be required to use your debit card PIN when conducting transactions at gas stations, fast food and grocery stores in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. We are committed to helping you keep your account protected! 

KnowBe4 Scam of the Week: Phone Scam Impersonates Sheriff’s Office

The bad guys have a new phone scam, and it’s vicious.They call you and claim to be from the local sheriff’s office.

Then, they inform you of a warrant that’s been issued for your arrest. As a way to “help” you out, they agree not to arrest you if you pay a fine.

Don’t be tricked into paying the fine! This is a vishing (voice phishing) scam used to steal your money. Remember, no one in law enforcement will ever ask for you to make a payment over the phone. Stay aware of vishing tactics!

 

Watch for New Hybrid Attack Involving CEO Fraud

The bad guys are getting creative with a new hybrid attack that involves CEO Fraud and gift card scams.

There is a massive campaign underway where they impersonate an executive and urgently ask for gift cards to be bought for customers. Once the gift cards are physically bought from a store, the “boss” asks you to send them the redeem code/number via email or text.

Never comply with a request like this - it’s a scam! Always confirm a request with your boss over a live phone call or in person to make sure it’s not a scam. Sometimes it's OK to say "no" to the boss!

 

KnowBe4 Scam of the Week: Look Out for Fake Phishing Websites

Be extra cautious! The bad guys are using foreign characters to create phishing websites that spoof popular brands (Example: micròsoft.com instead of microsoft.com). Then, they use these websites to trick you into providing your personal information.

The latest phishing website scam is a contest for you to win “free tickets” from well-known airlines. They ask you a series of seemingly innocent questions and then tell you to share the free offer with 15 of your contacts before being directed to the URL where you can access the free tickets.

Beware of Friend Requests on Social Media

The bad guys aren’t limiting their scams to just your email account - they’re attacking you via social media, too! They create a fake profile and request to be your friend, or send you a message. They come off as wanting to be friends (in some cases, maybe even more), but what they really want is your money or your friend list. With access to your friend list, the bad guys will have even more people to target.

KnowBe4 Scam of the Week: SharePoint Phishing Attack Impacts 10% of Office 365 Users

KnowBe4 Scam of the Week: SharePoint Phishing Attack Impacts 10% of Office 365 Users

Be on alert! The bad guys have a new way of stealing your login credentials. They target you by sending you an invite via email to open a SharePoint document. The link takes you to an actual SharePoint page where you will see a OneDrive prompt. The prompt will have an “Access Document” link in it - don’t click this link!

This link is malicious and will take you to a fake Office 365 login screen. Any credentials you enter here will be sent to the bad guys. Don't be tricked!

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