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Be Alert When Shopping _ this Holiday Season

Fraudsters are looking to _ advantage of all the purchasing activity online over holidays.

The scams may come __ varying forms including Ecards _ unknown senders which may __ malicious links.

Fake ads or shipping may deliver infected attachments. __ email messages and fraudulent on social networking sites request support for phony _.

Tips to Stay Safe

Do not fall prey __ these scams. To avoid campaigns that may result __ security breaches, identity theft, __ financial loss, take the _ steps:

  • Do not open unsolicited or download attachments from __ sources.
  • Do business with reputable __.
  • Make sure your information __ being encrypted. Many sites secure sockets layer (SSL) __ encrypt information. You are a secure connection if URL begins with “https:” __ of “http:” and a __ icon. If the padlock __ closed, the information is _.
  • Use a credit card __ limit your liability for charges.  Click here to learn to open a Great __ Rewards VISA®!  
  • Check your bank statements _ to look for any .

 

Additional Resources

If you believe you a victim of a __ phishing scam or malware , consider the following actions:

  • Contact Great Western Bank _ ( Email: info@gwb-online.com ) and monitor any that may have been _.
  • Watch for any unexplainable __ to your account.
  • Immediately change any passwords might have revealed and __ not use that password __ the future.
  • Avoid reusing passwords on sites.

If you’re thinking about _ to a charity, do _ research. Fraudsters will try __ take advantage of your . For more information, visit Federal Trade Commission’s Consumer _ page on  Charity Scams .

Refer to the  Fraud Protection Page  on Great Western Bank’s __ for more detailed information __ protecting yourself this holiday _ and throughout the year.

 

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