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Beware of Internet Fraud

Recently some members have received emails purported to be from Credit Union Central or from MasterCard. Both these emails are types of PHISHING, where the fraudulent email asks for personal information such as your debit card number and PIN. This fraud can lead to identity theft and financial loss.

How does it work?

Online thieves send out e-mails that appear to originate from legitimate companies. The e-mail messages direct victims to fraudulent look-alike websites, where the victim is asked to enter personal and financial information. Because the PHISH sites look entirely legitimate and the request appears to be coming from a trusted financial institution or credit card company, victims enter their credit card numbers, Social Insurance Numbers, credit union/bank account information and address, phone number and e-mail details. Any information entered into the PHISH site is captured by a crook who will steal the victim’s identity to acquire new credit cards, redirect mail and open bank accounts in the victim’s name.

Teach yourself, your friends and family "PHISH" sense

Be suspicious of any e-mail with urgent requests for personal financial information. Assiniboine Credit Union and any other reputable financial institution or credit card company will not request personal or financial information in this manner. If you receive this type of e-mail or any other like it, simply delete the e-mail.
Don't use web page links in an e-mail if you suspect the message, e-mail or website might not be authentic.
Avoid filling out forms in e-mail messages that ask for personal financial information.
Always ensure you're using a secure website when submitting sensitive information over the web.
If you receive an e-mail from Assiniboine Credit Union that looks suspicious, feel free to call the Member Communication Centre at (1.877) 958.8588 to confirm whether or not it is legitimate.
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