Pause to Protect:
Faud Moves Fast. You Don't Have to.
Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly more savvy in their efforts to gain sensitive information. At Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, your security is our priority, which why we're committed to helping you stay informed and protected. A quick pause before you click, share, or respond can make all the difference. Below are simple steps you can take to spot scams.
Protect Yourself Against Fraud:
- CRBT (or any bank) will never call, text, or email you asking for your personal information (PINS, passwords, usernames, one-time access codes, or token IDs).
- Be skeptical - watch for typos, unusual, or urgent requests.
- When in doubt, don't click or download attachments.
- Be wary of urgent threats or claims.
- Don't always trust caller ID - it can be spoofed.
- Hang up and call the company using a verified or official number. If it’s your bank or credit card company, call the number on the back of your debit or credit card.
- Never allow remote access or install unknown software.
Pause If You See These:
- Calls, texts, or emails from your bank asking for your personal information (PINS, passwords, usernames, one-time access codes, or token IDs).
- Urgent claims of account closures
- Notifications that your account is frozen or being closed, urging immediate action to “protect your funds.”
- Scammers providing a script to follow when speaking to others (e.g., bank staff or law enforcement).
- Demands for secrecy, especially instructing victims not to tell family, their bank, or the police.
- Claims of warrants for your arrest or other legal actions.
- Accusations of illegal content found on your device.
Contact a Relationship Banker at 319.862.2728 to discuss more fraud prevention tips.
