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NortonLifeLock Subscription Renewal Email Scam

The NortonLifeLock subscription renewal scam is an email scam in which cybercriminals send a fake notification email to recipients about the renewal of an antivirus system. They present the email as an official notification from NortonLifeLock, a real cybersecurity software company. The scammers add a fake custom ID, invoice number, and renewal date to make the email appear genuine. Using an Learn More about NortonLifeLock Subscription Renewal Email Scam

Scammers are posing as your TV and internet company

Did Spectrum or another provider call with an offer to lower your monthly TV, cable, or internet bill in exchange for a pre-payment or fee? It wasn’t them. It was a scammer, and you’re not alone. This year, the FTC has gotten thousands of reports — including many from older adults — about scammers pretending to be Spectrum to try to trick people out of their money or personal Learn More about Scammers are posing as your TV and internet company

Scam Alert – Text Message

Co-op Credit Union has been receiving calls from our Members stating they received a text message from a fraud detection service, advising their card has been deactivated and they need to call immediately to resolve the issue.    The text does not identify any information related to the card number, transactions, or financial institution name. The goal of this scam is to gain personal Learn More about Scam Alert - Text Message

Don’t click on that random text. It’s a scam

Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the Postal Service (USPS), Costco, or The Home Depot telling you about an unclaimed package or a survey you can complete to claim a freebie is NOT from them. It’s a scam. The FTC has seen a spike in reports from people getting text messages that look like they’re from well-known names like USPS, Costco, or The Home Depot and others. Spoiler Learn More about Don’t click on that random text. It’s a scam

It’s financial literacy month: protect yourself from scammers

April kicks off Financial Literacy Month, which is often about managing your money and building savings. But this month, we want to talk about protecting what you have, and what you’re building, from scammers. Scammers are good at what they do. They target people of all backgrounds, ages, and income levels with sophisticated ways to steal your money and personal information. Read the full Learn More about It’s financial literacy month: protect yourself from scammers

Avoid marketing scams during 2022 Medicare Open Enrollment

During Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period (OEP), which begins on October 15 and ends December 7, Medicare beneficiaries can choose the plans that are best for them for 2022. You can get help comparing Medicare plans from your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), available in each U.S. state, territory, and the District of Columbia. Private insurance companies administer, market, Learn More about Avoid marketing scams during 2022 Medicare Open Enrollment

Paid someone you think is a scammer?

Scammers can be very convincing. They call, email, and send text messages trying to get our money or personal information. They often target specific communities, including Latinos, and frequently use scare tactics. And, unfortunately, they're good at what they do. So if you’ve already paid someone you think is a scammer, what’s your next step? Click here to read the full Learn More about Paid someone you think is a scammer?