Tips
Phishing Tips - 10 Ways to Recognize Fake (spoof) E-mails
Generic greetings. Many spoof e-mails begin with a general greeting, such as: "Dear Credit Union Member". If you do not see your first and last name, be suspicious and do not click on any links or buttons.
A fake sender's address. A spoof e-mail may include a forged e-mail address in the "From" field. This field is easily altered.
A false sense of urgency. Many spoof e-mails try to deceive you with the threat that your account is in jeopardy if you don't update it ASAP. They may also state that an unauthorized transaction has recently occurred on your account, or claim LTCCU (Leavenworth Teacher's & Community Credit Union) is updating its accounts and needs information fast (This is not true. LTCCU will not do this through e-mail).
Fake links. Always check where a link is going before you click. Move your mouse over it and look at the URL in your browser or e-mail status bar. A fraudulent link is dangerous. If you click on one, it could:
- Direct you to a spoof Web site that tries to collect your personal data.
- Install spyware on your system. Spyware is an application that can enable a hacker to monitor your actions and steal any passwords or credit card number you type online.
- Cause you to download a virus that could disable your computer.
E-mails that appear to be Web sites. Some e-mails will look like a Web site in order to get you to enter personal information. LTCCU never asks for personal information in an e-mail.
Misspellings and bad grammar. Spoof e-mails often contain misspellings, incorrect grammar, missing words and gaps in logic. Mistakes also help fraudsters avoid spam filters.
Unsafe sites. The term "https" should always precede any Web site address where you enter personal information. The "s" stands for secure. If you don't see "https," you're not in a secure Web session and you should not enter data.
Pop-up boxes. LTCCU will never use a pop-up box in an e-mail as pop-ups are not secure.
Attachments. Like fake links, attachments are frequently used in spoof e-mails and are dangerous. Never click on an attachment. It could cause you to download spyware or a virus. LTCCU will never send an unsolicited attachment or a software update to install on your computer.
LT & C Credit Union
1608 S 4th Street
Leavenworth, KS 66048
913-651-6555
ltccu@att.net
http://www.myspace.com/wwwltccucom
(this url will take you away from ltccu website)
Monday - Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday 10:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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