Think this couldn’t happen to you? Think again. This is a disturbingly common tactic among scammers. Tune into today’s episode to learn how to safeguard your personal and business banking accounts from email fraud.
And if you think you’re safe, think again—we’ll be discussing the notorious 2024 hack of the U.S. Department of the Treasury by Chinese operatives. Sources close to the Treasury have revealed that even the U.S. government isn’t immune to tech troubles.
Learn how to protect yourself and what steps to take—it’s not a question of if, but when, it will affect you. You can safeguard your hard-earned dollars by practicing proactive measures against scams and fraud.
Additionally, she highlights an organization dedicated to helping victims recover their lost money. Tune in to the podcast for essential information on safeguarding your finances and reclaiming your money if you’ve been scammed.
Lillian Cauldwell shares these tips with the hope that listeners will note them and adhere strictly to protect themselves from those aiming to emotionally blackmail or extort money
Action speaks louder than Words
To protect yourself, the number one priority is to ensure you have up-to-date, effective antivirus software installed on your computer.
Ms. Cauldwell offers valuable tips and protective advice to her listeners to prevent them from falling prey to financial credit scams.
Two common tactics are used: one involves issuing a check for a large sum and not waiting for it to clear, leaving the seller liable for the amount when the bank rejects the check.