Scams and Cybersecurity

Stay vigilant about avoiding scams and keeping your personal information secure.

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Any time anyone is pressuring you for your personal and banking information…STOP!  CALL US at 814-262-4010. We can help you verify the validity of a phone call, text, or email BEFORE a scammer steals your hard-earned cash.

The best way to stop scammers is to stop giving them your personal information. If scammers have your name, phone number, address, bank account number, and Social Security Number – all of which are usually found on checks – scammers can not only steal your money, but they can apply for credit cards and loans in your name.

Identity Theft 

If you think your information was exposed or you received an alert about a data breach, review the FTC guides for the next steps.

Reporting Fraud

If you suspect a scam, report it to the Federal Trade Commission using this link or calling 1-877-4357.

Scammers are spoofing 1st Summit Bank numbers. Scammers are claiming to be from our Fraud Department and are asking for your debit card numbers, online banking logins, and verification codes.
Please hang up or call us at 814-262-4010.

Scam Prevention Knowledge

Knowledge is power! These scam stopping tips can help you stay aware and vigilant.

LOCK DOWN YOUR INFORMATION

1st Summit Bank offers state-of-the-art technology to keep your banking information secure. These banking tools are your best defense against scammers.

USE THEM.

Monitor all your accounts at anytime. Securely access your account history, transactions, and balances 24/7.

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Checks are easily stolen and altered. Plus, they display all the necessary information scammers need to steal your money and your identity.

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Bank statements contain all the critical information needed for scammers. eStatements ensure your statements are delivered securely to only you the minute they are available.

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Using a digital wallet to pay at registers and online encrypts your debit and credit card information on a payment token rather than sending the actual information.

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Monitor debit card activity, limit accessibility, and set up alerts in real time through the secure MyCardRules card app

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All 1st Summit bank debit and credit cards are outfitted with chip technology and contactless payment which makes copying your card information difficult for scammers

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