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Common Types of Bank Account Fraud
Posted On: May 23, 2023 by The Middlefield Banking Company in: Cybersecurity
As we increasingly rely on the internet and mobile devices to manage our financial transactions, the risk of cybercrime also continues to rise. From paying bills to sending money to family and friends, there are numerous options available that make it easier for scammers to raid your bank account. However, there are ways to keep your accounts safe and secure from common types of bank fraud. Keep reading to learn more.
Check Fraud
This type of fraud involves illegal attempts to obtain your money through a check. It has become less common to use paper checks with the online and mobile banking options available today. It’s said that most people still write 3-5 paper checks per month.
Here are some examples of check fraud:
o Creating fake checks.
o Check washing: Replacing the original information on a check with new information.
o Check kiting: Writing a check for an amount
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