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08/02/2023

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05/11/2023

FAKE Google Chrome error message could result in a shock energy bill for victims.

Several security experts have highlighted the risky pop-up and the best thing to do is not click on it.

The fake Google Chrome pop-up can put some dangerous software on your computer.

According to NTT Security and Trend Micro, the attack has been around since February 2023 and is still circulating.

Victims will see a Google Chrome update error message, which they then click thinking it's legitimate.

The pop-up usually appears when someone visits a real but compromised website.

They will be lured into a false sense of safety because the message looks legitimate to the untrained eye.

The message reads "An error occurred in Chrome automatic update. Please install the update package manually later, or wait for the next automatic update."

Recipients of the message will be encouraged to download what they think is a security update.

In reality, the downloaded ZIP file contains malicious software that will put a cryptocurrency miner on your computer.

It will then use your device's processing power to mine cryptocurrency for cybercriminals.

Mining crypto requires a huge amount of power, which might not be good for your computer or energy bills.

The malware also leaves information on your device vulnerable and hackers may be able to access it.

If you fall for a scam like this, you may notice your computer slow down and that it's now susceptible to more bugs.

That's because cybercriminals can use the software to modify your settings.

Remember to always be careful about what you download on your gadgets and get Chrome updates from your official Google Account.

02/20/2023

**Two new email phishing scams are on the rise for those who use Facebook or have an Apple product. **

Evidence confirms that scammers are trying to get a hold of your personal and private information, and I want to tell you how to stop them.

How the Facebook user scam unfolds
The way the scam works is that you receive an email that warns you that you have been put in “Facebook jail,” or you will receive a note from Facebook saying your account has been suspended or disabled, and if you don’t act now, your account will be permanently deleted in 24 hours.

The email will have a link embedded in it and if you click that link to save your account, it will likely look like Facebook’s homepage asking you to log in.

You will then be asked for your account login email, phone number, name, and a few other details. The page will ask you to confirm the password when you hit submit. When that’s done, scammers will have all the information they need to hack into your account.

How the Apple ID scam unfolds

A similar scam claims that your Apple ID was locked oversuspicious activity or multiple sign-in attempts.

The phishing email will ask you to click a link to verify your account, taking you to a website that will ask you to scan a QR code.

Another website will open, prompting you to fill out personal information, including bank account numbers.

The report suggests that to avoid scams, you should do the following;

1. Never click links in your email

2. Use an email program that offers several extra layers of privacy protection and can catch phishing links

3. Install backup protection

09/15/2022

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08/21/2022

We’ve recently seen digital money movement fraud on the rise. A scammer can contact you requesting payment through a Wire Transfer or transfer via Zelle® --these methods allow money to be sent quickly, and the funds are often hard to trace and recover.

You should never wire money or send money using Zelle® to:

Anyone who claims to be from a government agency,
Any stranger, no matter what reason they give,
A telemarketer trying to sell you something,
Anyone claiming your account is compromised,
Unauthorized, unverified cryptocurrency sites or salespeople,
Anyone asking you to send money to yourself.

Stay vigilant to protect your personal accounts

If you get a suspicious call, email, or text, don’t disclose any personal information until you verify it’s from a legitimate source. If you have any doubt, contact the company directly.

Only allow remote access to your computer when you’ve initiated the contact with a company you know through a verified phone number or website.

Always protect your cards and account PIN. Be sure it is not easily guessable

Set up 2-factor authentication (multiple ways to identify yourself) with the companies you work with to help keep your device and money secure.

If you suspect one of your accounts has been compromised, immediately change your user ID and password for all of your important accounts.

If ever in doubt, feel free to calls us at 906-495-1041 and we will be happy to help you sort it out!

12/07/2021

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07/09/2021

Per Cloverland Electric

SCAM CALLS ALERT

DAFTER, Mich. (July 7, 2021) Due to a major surge in scam calls, Cloverland Electric Cooperative warns its business and residential members to stay alert of calls threatening to disconnect electrical service. The cooperative, which services the Eastern Upper Peninsula, reports that its small business members have been targeted in a widespread scam. Scammers identify themselves as representatives from Cloverland Electric and threaten to disconnect electrical service if a payment is not made immediately over the phone. Members should be aware that Cloverland?s member services team does not take credit card information by phone. Instead, the cooperative uses a secure automated pay-by-phone system (844-843-6837, which is printed on billing statements).

Signs of a scam call include a sense of urgency and actions that do not align with cooperative protocol, including:

Threatening to disconnect service if payment is not made immediately by phone;

Demanding a pre-paid credit card so there is no dispute with the bank;

A specific name or truck number of the person coming to disconnect service.

One safeguard to scam calls is enrolling in the cooperative’s Auto Pay service. This free service ensures monthly payments are made automatically on the due date, eliminating any risk for non-payment and disconnect status. Members should contact Cloverland’s member services team to enroll. Members can also use the free SmartHub app to check their account status.

We urge our members to report suspicious calls and adopt an attitude of “when in doubt, call member services to check it out,”said Cloverland’s Chief Financial Officer, Lisa Castilho, who oversees members services and billing.

Cloverland reminds its members that no matter what circumstances or reasons given to make a payment by phone, members should simply hang up. Scam calls should be reported to Cloverland’s members services team at 800-562-4953. Cloverland Electric is not responsible for unauthorized payments made to scammers. If personal or financial information was provided to a spam caller, immediately contact your financial institution.