Fraud Advisory: Caller ID Spoofing

January 25, 2019
by Team SESLOC

Recently, SESLOC members reported receiving calls from (888) 4-SESLOC (our Phone Teller). This is a caller ID spoofing scam. The scammer claimed fraudulent activity was detected on the members’ account(s) and requested personal information. Please note: SESLOC will never call, text, or email members requesting confidential or personal information.

Caller ID spoofing can be an incredibly effective tool for scammers. Learn how to avoid being a victim of this scam with these helpful tips, courtesy for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

If you believe you are the victim of one of these attacks, hang up immediately and report the incident to our Contact Center at (805) 543-1816.

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