Category: Consumer Safety
When the phone rings don’t say YES!
May 15Robo calls are a daily event. If you ever answer do not say anything even if they are asking to confirm your name. These calls record you saying “Yes” and use that to prove you have ordered something or agreed to something. This article says to register The National Do Not Call Registry along with this tip…. “Another solution is to download third-party cellphone apps such…
CONTINUE READING >Password1234 is being replaced with your face!
Jan 11I have a limited amount of time to get in shape so my face looks good as my new security for all things digital. According to this article, Smartphones have already gone there and companies are looking to enhance their security with facial recognition. As security continues to be one of the top concerns of individuals and companies watch for more uses of biometrics to keep…
CONTINUE READING >Obituary Scam #2
Aug 15As I mentioned in my previous post my father-in-law just passed away in July. Once the obituary was posted in the local newspaper the phone rang and my mother-in-law answered. The caller stated that they had received official notice of her husband’s death and to remove his name from her credit card she just needed to confirm the credit card number and security code on…
CONTINUE READING >Obituary Scam #1
Aug 11My father-in-law just passed away in July from kidney failure. He was sharp up until the last day before he fell into a coma and died. He had time to reflect on his family and get his affairs in order. One of the things he did was meet with his wife and two daughters and discussed finances and his obituary. He provided details on his…
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