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Phishing: What It Is and How to Protect Yourself<\/span><\/h2>\n

With the rapid increase in technology, we have seen a rise in scams and fraudulent activity. And with businesses becoming almost fully digitalized, we\u2019ve more specifically seen a rise in phishing. At Sound, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our members, so we want to ensure you have the knowledge and tools<\/a> to stay safe from these threats.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What is Phishing?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Before we dive into this topic, it\u2019s important to know what phishing is. Phishing is a type of scam where scammers send a form of a message pretending to be a legitimate institution, typically one you are familiar with, like your credit union or bank. These could come in the form of an email, a text message, or even a phone call, luring you to click on the link they provided, and provide sensitive data, such as your banking information.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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How to Spot Fraudulent Messages<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

At Sound, we value your security and want to help you recognize suspicious activity. With scammers improving their methods to appear more legit, how is it possible to spot a fraudulent message? Well, there can be a few giveaways to look for.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n