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Examples of Online and _ Fraud: Fake Mobile Banking _

Some criminals have developed published fake mobile banking _ in an attempt to your Great Western ebanking _. Here are some tips recognizing an app that __ NOT an official Great __ Bank application:

  • The developer or author __ not Great Western Bank.
  • The application is being on a third-party site, _ other than the official _ store for your mobile _.
  • There is a charge downloading the application—the Great __ ebanking app is currently _.

Examples of Online and _ Fraud: SMShing

A relatively new tactic __ scammers, SMShing is phishing _ happens via SMS text __. A criminal sends a _ message that attempts to you into replying with _ or personal information or on links that will viruses onto your mobile _. To guard against these :

  • Don't respond to a _ message that requests personal __ financial information. Great Western _ will never ask you __ respond in this way.
  • Verify any phone numbers _ appear in a text __. You can store Great __ Bank phone numbers in _ mobile contacts for a cross-check, or simply go __ our Contact Us page.

Examples of Online and _ Fraud: Stolen Devices

The portability that makes _ phones and tablets so also makes them easy __ lose or steal, which put your information at _. Here are some tips __ keep your information secure, _ if your phone is of your hands.

  • Password-protect your device.
  • Enable an automatic screen-locking _ that will lock the _ when it's not actively used.
  • Consider using a remote _ program, which gives you ability to send a __ that will delete any _ on your device.
  • Keep a record of device's make, model, and _ number.
  • Our Great Western ebanking still requires you to your username and password— _ accessing your financial information.

Examples of Online and _ Fraud: Traditional Online Threats

Keep in mind that __, malware, and other programs _ steal your personal information __ financial details are also _ to infect some mobile __. If your tablet supports _ antivirus products, it's a _ idea to install them __ soon as you can.

You should also back __ your device's data frequently. _ will allow you to __ data if a software _ requires you to wipe device's memory.

Mobile devices are a convenience for banking customers, __ stay vigilant to keep safe.