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Amazon Prime Day is July 16th and 17th. Like any big shopping day, fraudsters will be ready to take advantage and we want you to be prepared.

Fraudsters, posing as Amazon are sending phishing emails and text messages in which they attempt to lure their victims into either providing account information that will give the fraudster access to the victim's Amazon account or to make a payment under some pretext or click on a link that will download dangerous malware such as keystroke logging malware or ransomware. They do so by representing to the targeted victim that their account has expired or that a recent order needs to be confirmed or some other emergency related to their account.

If you receive a suspicious call, text, or email from someone claiming to be from MSUFCU, please notify us immediately.

Tips for Keeping Your Account Safe

While MSUFCU works to ensure your account is safe 24/7, there are also ways you can help make sure your financial information is protected.

• Verify where the email is coming from: Check the email address of any communication that appears to have come from anyone to make sure that it is the real email address. All Amazon emails end in @amazon.com

• Create a strong username and password: Make sure your account username and password are unique to you, difficult for someone else to guess, and not used for other accounts. Update your password regularly.

• Don't provide your information to others via phone: Unless you have initiated the connection, do not provide your financial information over the phone or online.

• Utilize safety features from MSUFCU: MSUFCU CVVKey™ sets up two-factor identification for all online purchases using your MSUFCU Visa Credit Card, helping keep you safe online. You can also setup verification codes to add an extra layer of protection when logging in to the MSUFCU Mobile App or ComputerLine.

For more security tips, visit our Security Center.