Back to Fraud Prevention Ransomware: Spot the Signs + How to Fight It Jon Erdmann Chief Information Technology Officer  What Is It? Ransomware is a form of malware created and programmed to encrypt files on a device. The fraudster will then turn around and demand ransom in exchange for decryption. They will threaten to release…

Back to Fraud Prevention What to Do When Fraud or Scams Happen to You Jon Erdmann Chief Information Technology Officer  Fraud and scams happen every day. We hear about them constantly, but one day they could happen to you. Here are four steps to take if it does. Contact Your Financial Institution Contact VISIONBank immediately.…

Back to Fraud Prevention Seven Ways to Protect Yourself From Fraud and Scams Jon Erdmann Chief Information Technology Officer  VISIONBank works diligently to protect our clients and their accounts from fraud, but there are also many important steps that YOU can take to protect yourself. Monitor Statements + Credit Reports You should review your account…

Back to Fraud Prevention Fraud and Scams: What’s New and What Are Common Types to Lookout For Jon Erdmann Chief Information Technology Officer  There are a wide variety of scams and fraud that circulate daily. Learn what to watch for, and what steps to take to keep yourself and others safe. Here are a few…

Back to Fraud Prevention ChatGPT Scams to Look Out For and How to Prevent It Jon Erdmann Chief Information Technology Officer Making the decision to buy a home is a big one, but there are more benefits to buying versus renting: “What is ChatGPT?” ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot that uses natural language…

Back to Fraud Prevention Top Five Scams in 2022 Jon Erdmann Chief Information Technology Officer In 2022, 2.4 million fraud reports were made, and $8.8 billion were reported lost according to the Federal Trade Commission. So, what were the top five scams? 1. Imposter “Hi, I’m calling from your local electricity company because you are past due on…