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2. Skimming scams on the rise: Here is how to protect yourself - AOL

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   Skimming scams have continued to be on the rise, according to data analytics firm FICO, which noted a 96% increase in such scams in 2023.According to the FBI, skimming scams cost consumers upwards ...

3. How to handle repeated credit card fraud - AOL

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   In the end, cardholders can serve as a line of defense against repeated credit card fraud by staying vigilant against card skimming, phishing and malware attacks, as well as compromised merchants ...

4. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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   Phishing scams happen when you receive an email that looks like it came from a company you trust (like AOL), but is ultimately from a hacker trying to get your information. All legitimate AOL Mail will be marked as either Certified Mail, if its an official marketing email, or Official Mail, if it's an important account email. If you get an ...

5. How to spot phishing scams and keep your info safe - AOL

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   The best way to protect yourself against email phishing scams is to avoid falling victim to them in the first place. "Simply never take sensitive action based on emails sent to you," Steinberg says.

6. Protecting your AOL Account

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   "Phishing" is a scam designed to steal your personal information under false pretenses, find out how to protect yourself against online scams. Some clues of fraud: • Messages marked "Urgent" are usually fraudulent. • If an email address that claims to be from a bank or business headquartered in the United States ends with .cn or any other ...

7. Identify legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications

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   Best practices • Don't enable the "use less secure apps" feature. • Don't reply to any SMS request asking for a verification code. • Don't respond to unsolicited emails or requests to send money. • Pay attention to the types of data you're authorizing access to, especially in third-party apps.

8. How to stop scammers from coming after your verification ...

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   Keep the code private, use it to log in, then delete it. If you’re worried there's a problem with your account, reach out directly to the entity that houses your account (bank, credit union ...

9. Secure your AOL account

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   • Protect yourself outside of AOL - Avoid installing malicious software. • Sign out of public computers - Always sign out of your accounts when you're done. • Don't fall for phishing scams - Don't click links you're unsure about, even from friends. • Check your login activity - Check the recent activity on your account for unusual logins.