Fraud Awareness & Prevention

What Does Fraud Look Like?

Identifying when someone is trying to defraud

our organization is a vital part of our day-to-day
responsibilities. Here are a few red flags that might
indicate a fraud attempt:

Large orders:
When a fraudster uses stolen payment methods,
they will attempt to maximize spending in a
single transaction before the victim realizes their
information has been stolen. How to Prevent Fraud
Stay Alert
Multiple transactions in a short period of time:
Recognizing fraud attempts can be
This could be a sign that someone gained as simple as remaining vigilant and
unauthorized access to a customer’s account or that identifying red flags.
someone is attempting to max out a stolen credit card.
Use Common Sense
Fast shipping: If something seems off or out of the
Most consumers choose affordable shipping options. ordinary, think critically and follow
Beware of overnight or priority shipments, especially your instincts.
those that involve high-priced orders.
Scrutinize All Requests For
Sensitive Information
Unusual shipping location:
Unauthorized access to confidential
Examples of unusual shipping locations include data makes fraud possible.
freight forwarders, virtual offices, self-storage
facilities, and warehouses. Report It Immediately

Multiple cards from a single address:
Transactions that use multiple payment methods,
but ship to the same address, could indicate that a
fraudster has a collection of stolen credit cards.
Large purchase of highly-targeted products:
If someone places a large order for highly-targeted
products (such as smart devices, tablets, and other
electronics), it could be a sign that they are using
stolen account credentials or credit cards.
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When you suspect fraudulent
activity, report it immediately so our
organization can take appropriate
measures to remedy the situation.
Think Before You Click
Fraudsters utilize phishing attacks
to compromise organizations and
steal data.
Ask Questions
If you’re unsure of something, please
ask! Never make assumptions.