Every year around this time we all see an uptick in phishing attempts. Phishing comes in all shapes and sizes so be on the look out for suspicious requests. When it comes to unsolicited emails or texts, stay frosty.
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Phishing and smishing are designed to steal personally identifiable information (PII), like credit card or Social Security numbers. In these scams, customers receive emails (phishing) or texts (smishing) that often contain either a fake URL or a file that, if opened, can activate a virus. Clicking on the link or opening the file allows fraudsters to steal PII.
Slow Down – Scammers rely on urgency to create panic. Be cautious of anything that implies you must act immediately. Take the time to review the message, then review it again.
Don’t Click — Check the Link – Legitimate UPS links will start with “https://www.ups.com”, “https://billing.ups.com”, “https://go.ups.com” or “http:/links4.upsemail.com”.
Check the Details – Are there spelling or grammar errors? Generic greetings, like “Sir or Madame?” Fraudsters will frequently use small typos to trick you into clicking on the link.
Delete and Block It – So you don’t accidentally interact with it later.
If It Seems Too Good To Be True, It Probably Is – Scammers may sell fake labels at deep discounts.
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