October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to refresh your knowledge about online safety and fraud prevention.
At Deepwater Industries Federal Credit Union, we provide layers of protection to help keep your accounts and information secure. But the strongest defense starts with knowing what to look for.
How We Help Protect You
Mobile Banking
Manage your finances on the go with secure digital banking tools.
Managing Your Cards
Use CardAnchor to get alerts to help monitor your debit card activity.
Sending & Transferring Money
Fraud detection and account verification help protect your transactions.
Paying Bills
Security monitoring helps identify unusual activity and protect your payments.
Stay Alert to Common Scams
Scammers are always finding new ways to target consumers. Keep an eye out for:
- Phishing: Fake emails, texts, or messages designed to steal your information.
- Imposter Scams: Someone pretending to be your financial institution, a government agency, or someone you know.
- Urgency Scams: Messages that pressure you to act immediately.
- AI-Fueled Scams: More convincing messages, voices, or impersonations created using artificial intelligence.
Simple Tips to Stay Safe
- Think Before You Click: Don’t click suspicious links or attachments.
- Protect Your Information: Never share passwords, PINs, or verification codes with someone who unexpectedly contacts you.
- Watch for Red Flags: Be cautious of unexpected requests, urgent messages, or offers that seem too good to be true.
- When in Doubt, Verify: Contact the organization directly using a trusted phone number or website.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month may be in October, but staying alert is important all year long. Together, we can help keep your money and personal information safe.
