What is card cracking? It occurs when someone gives away their banking information to a third-party expecting a legitimate action to take place. For instance, you enter a contest or sign up for a promotion, but as part of the entry, your banking information is required. Who would willingly give away their banking information to someone they don’t know? Let’s look at three … [Read more...] about Contests, promotions, and card cracking
Scams & Cons
Is your credit protection service perfect?
When I do presentations to community groups, we talk about scams and cons, but also credit protection. On multiple occasions, I’ve been asked, “Should I sign up for LifeLock?” Or, phrased differently, “Is LifeLock worth the price?” There’s no simple answer to this question about credit protection, but one thing is certain, LifeLock will be getting a lot of free publicity in the … [Read more...] about Is your credit protection service perfect?
Xarelto lawsuit settlement scam emails arrive
Xarelto lawsuit settlement scam emails are flooding inboxes, bringing with them the possibility of further harm to those who believe they may have sustained injuries from the prescription of this blood thinner. What makes these emails especially troublesome are the pending lawsuits against Janssen Pharmaceutical and Bayer Healthcare about the safety of Xarelto. What’s behind … [Read more...] about Xarelto lawsuit settlement scam emails arrive
Apple iPhone scam returns as new model nears
As the release date for the Apple iPhone 6s draws near, the Apple iPhone scam is becoming more popular with scammers, who are gearing up to take advantage of the unprecedented consumer interest in the product. Prognosticators are expecting the iPhone 6s to be Apple’s most popular release yet. Scammers are well aware that consumers will be looking for deals. As a result, … [Read more...] about Apple iPhone scam returns as new model nears
Southwest survey scam is again popular
Who wouldn’t love to receive a $100 gift certificate from Southwest Airlines? Unfortunately, the Southwest survey emails currently making the rounds are nothing more than a lure to have you willingly provide your personal information to scammers. Hereʻs the scoop on the Southwest survey scam. Background on the Southwest survey scam Southwest is the largest low-cost airline in … [Read more...] about Southwest survey scam is again popular