In this Internet, global world, all of us are vulnerable to scams and fraudulent activities. As a service to our customers and the public, we provide information here, as it becomes available, to help you stay informed about current scams so you can protect yourself and your family.

Check Fraud Information

Check Overpayment Scams Protect Yourself Against Cashier's Check Fraud Fake Check Fraud

Identity Theft

Jury Duty Scam Test Your Knowledge about Identity Theft The National Identity Theft Site, Sponsored by the Federal Trade Commission Identity Theft DVD Available Take Charge: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft Tips for Protecting Yourself Against Identity Theft and Online Scams Don't Be A Victim: Guard Against Internet Thieves & Electronic Scams

Phishing/Email Scams

WARNING: Recent Phishing Emails Not Sent by Alaska Pacific Bank 08/17/10 IRS Warns of New E-mail Scam Offering Cash for Participation in 'Member Satisfaction Survey' FDIC Email Scams IRS and the EFTPS System Email Scams Fed Warns of Mortgage Scam Verifying Info You Receive Via Email The Nigerian Email Scam Foreign Lottery Scams Debt Relief Scams Scams Involving Investment Schemes

Other Scams

Pay-in-Advance Scams SBA Warns of Fraudulent Attempts to Obtain Bank Account 02/18/09 American Bankers Association Name Used in Phishing Scheme Phone Scam Alert: Visa Check Cards Watch Out for Fake Web Sites Work-at-Home Scams

Unlawful Internet Gambling

Unlawful Internet Gambling 11/27/09

Quick References

Fraud Victim Reporting Fraud Protection Tips

Computer Security

7 Practices for Computer Security This web site, sponsored by OnGuard Online, offers practical, easy-to-understand tips for protecting the information stored on your computer. Protect Yourself Against Spyware Spyware is software installed on your computer without your consent to monitor or control your computer use. OnGuard Online provides tips to lower your risk. Protect Your Computer from Hackers and Spammers Once on your computer, hackers and spammers can spy on your Internet surfing, steal your personal information, and use your computer to send spam — potentially offensive or illegal — to other computers without your knowledge. Educate yourself by reading the information provided by OnGuard Online. They also provide the email to report this type of fraud.