Fraud is serious business.

Who is at risk?

Anyone is a potential target for fraudsters.  Those that use the internet or purchase items online may be at a heightened threat level. 

How we protect you: 

• IDSecure Checking
• Fraud Detection Suite

Get the account designed to keep you safe.

How you can protect yourself:

• Educate Yourself. Knowing what the risks are to your identity, online and in your daily life, is the first step in protecting it. 
• Keep It to Yourself. Your Personal Information is valuable.  Learn how to keep it safe and secure with our Idenity Theft resources. 
• Be Proactive. Watch our series of informational videos about protecting your information and come back often for updates.

Phone Calls If you didn't expect a call from the bank, it could be a scam.  Don't provide any personal information. Just hang up and call the bank yourself.

Email Watch out for emails that ask you to click a link or provide personal information.

Text Message Your bank will never ask you to sign in or give personal information via text message. Banks don't ask that.

Think you can outsmart scammers?

Every day, thousands of people fall for fraudulent emails, texts, and calls from scammers pretending to be a bank. Security Bank has partnered with the ABA (American Bankers Association) to test your knowledge& help keep you protected. 

It's time to put scammers in their place. 

Watch for these red flags. Banks would never ask for them. 

If you receive an email, text, or phone call from anyone asking for any of the following information - it’s a definite red flag!  It’s better to be safe than sorry. End the call, delete the text, and trash the email, because #BanksNeverAskThat ! 

Security Bank has partnered with the American Bankers Association to spread awareness and help you spot the scams!

*Caveat: you may be asked to verify confidential information if you call your bank, but never the other way around. If you receive an incoming call from someone claiming to be your bank, hang up, and call the number on the back of your card.

Using a cell phone or a computer has become part of everyday life.  Unfortunately, cybercriminals are after your personal information. It is important to be aware of the different types of online threats.  Phishing, Vishing, and Smishing are just a few of the online scams that fraudsters use to steal your private data.  Fortunately, keeping yourself educated can decrease your changes of falling for these online threats. 

What is phishing?

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phish·ing

/ˈfiSHiNG/

Phishing is a type of online scam where criminals impersonate legitimate organizations via email, text message, advertisement or other means in order to steal sensitive information, such as passwords and credit card numbers.

What is smishing?

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smish·ing

/ˈsmiSHiNG/

Smishing is the fraudulent practice of sending text messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords or credit card numbers.

What is vishing?

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vish·ing

/ˈviSHiNG/

The fraudulent practice of making phone calls or leaving voice messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as bank details and credit card numbers.

Call our Fraud Protection Services at 800.472.3272 to report your card lost or stolen.

Experienced fraud analysts work around the clock, watching for any suspicious card activity and will contact you immediately if they detect potential fraud on your card. So if you ever get a call from “Fraud Prevention Services” know that they are doing their job to prevent potential fraudulent use of your card.

Be prepared.

Make a list of everything in your wallet BEFORE it's lost. 

• Credit or debit cards numbers and the customer service phone number to call if your cards are lost or stolen
• Checks
• Insurance cards (medical, car, etc.)
• Membership cards (gym, library, etc.)
• ID cards (driver’s license, school ID)
• Passport
• Green Card