With tax season upon us, Canadian consumers and businesses need to be on the lookout for false, deceptive and misleading marketing tied to various tax incentives and credits being offered by third-party services. #kNOwfraud#showmetheFRAUD#BeScamSmart
The CAFC has also documented a general increase in scams intended to trick you into opening malicious attachments or to trick you into revealing sensitive personal and financial details.
For more information, visit: https://t.co/CnXTJJFFyg. #FPM2021#kNOwFRAUD#BeScamSmart
Whether it's #CERB or #vaccine related, #COVID19 scams continue with fraudsters attempting to gain access to your personal info. Keep current on pandemic frauds and review this 👉https://t.co/39QbC1Y8B5
#Tell2#FPM2021#staycybersafe
Receiving statements in your name for a credit card you never applied for? Contact the credit bureaus to place a fraud alert on your profile.
#FPM2021#kNOwfraud#showmetheFRAUD#BeScamSmart
Protect your smart devices from security breaches, like: ransomware, extortion, identity fraud etc. Be sure to:
•Change the default name of your Wi-Fi
•Use a strong encryption method for Wi-Fi
•Keep software up to date
#GetCyberSafe by visiting: https://t.co/zNR5X5cP4B
Wireless security is the prevention of unauthorized users from accessing your wireless network and stealing the data using your Wi-Fi network. Learn ways to secure your network - https://t.co/av9EsHHbrv
#CSAM2020#dataprivacy@City604Van@CKNW@Cdnbiz@CFOXvan@Rock101Van
Our computers store a lot of information and can be targeted by hackers and scammers. Be wary of:
•Internet pop-ups
•Unsolicited emails and attachments
•Strangers asking for remote access to your computer
#GetCyberSafe by visiting: https://t.co/zNR5X4Ved3
A4: There are simple steps you can take to recognize cyber threats and protect yourself. With a cyber hygiene checklist and tips on spotting scams, the CBA’s Cyber Security Toolkit can help you protect against online fraud 👉https://t.co/5lIMLsSpWx #COVIDFraudChat#CSAM2020
#Smishing scams are fraudulent text messages which appear to be from reputable sources, when in fact they're from a fraudster trying to trick you into giving up personal information or sending money. https://t.co/9QBR5Pq1rB
#Dontclickthelink#CSAM2020@City604Van@DailyHiveVan
Your beloved phone, one of the last things you see before you fall sleep, one of the first when you wake up. This week we focus on the importance of updating the O/S, multi-factor authentication, smishing & more. https://t.co/qlriOpNx06 #CSAM2020@City604Van@downtownvan
Real or Fake? Part of our duties in financial crimes includes examining bills to determine if they are counterfeit. Sometimes it is hard to tell... sometimes not so much. #counterfeitfail@reginapolice
Unfortunately, it only takes one click to get compromised.
Don't panic! Here's what you can do to minimize the damage if your device is infected with #ransomware: https://t.co/djObU60d1y #GetCyberSafe