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During Business Hours Contact:  Security State Bank of Kenyon

507-789-6123

After Regular Business Hours Contact:

1-800-535-8440

                   PREVENTING ID THEFT

Be Informed. it’s the best way to protect yourself against Identity theft.

The security of your private information is very important to us. Security State Bank of Kenyon will never provide your confidential information to any source not affiliated with the bank. We will also never ask you for personal information through e-mail.

What is Identity theft?

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your name, address, Social Security number (SSN), bank or credit card account numbers, passwords, or other personal information without your knowledge to commit fraud or other crimes. While on-line banking and e-commerce are very safe with built-in security features for your protection, to avoid identity theft you should always be careful about responding to unsolicited requests for your personal financial information  via the Internet, email, phone or mail.
Be Informed. Don't get "Phished".

One of the most common forms of stealing your banking account information is through a process called "Phishing". This is a scam that uses email to deceive you into disclosing personal information.

How to spot Phishing.

It's easy to spot a scam... if you know what to look for.

The email and linking Website may appear authentic.   

  • The email and linking Website may appear authentic.
  • It may look just like our Website.
  • It may ask you to "update" or "validate" your account information!.
  • Often it will threaten some consequence if you don't respond. These are clear indicators that someone is "Phishing" for your information.
Security State Bank of Kenyon will never ask for private information by email or unsecured Website
Steps to avoid being Phished.

If you receive a suspicious email from Security State Bank of Kenyon or any other financial entity requesting personal information such as Social Security number, bank and credit card numbers, user names and passwords, follow these important guidelines:

  • Do not reply to the email, even if it appears urgent.
  • Do not use the links from the email to open any Web page.
  • Alert Security State Bank of Kenyon immediately. Don't call any phone numbers appearing on the email.
If you think you've been Phished, here's what to do now
  1. Contact Security State Bank of Kenyon immediately at 507-789-6123
  2. Place a fraud alert on your credit report with the three major credit bureaus. Also request to review your credit reports for suspicious activity at that time.
    1. Equifax: 1-888-766-0008
    2. Experian: 1-888-397-3742
    3. Trans Union: 1-800-680-7289
  3. Close the accounts that you know or believe have been tampered with or opened fraudulently.
  4. File a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.
  5. File a report with local police.

Even though the laws are on your side, it's wise to take an active role in protecting your information.

 

IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTICE

Please be advised that Security State Bank of Kenyon will never contact you by e-mail to confirm financial transactions or to confirm or request personal account information or any other type of sensitive information.

If you do receive an e-mail that asks you to confirm financial transactions, provide or confirm sensitive information (such as passwords or sign-on IDs), or personal information (such as social security numbers, credit card numbers or personal bank account numbers), please assume that the request is fraudulent.

Some e-mails, links or Web sites may even include the Security State Bank of Kenyon logo or resemble existing Security State Bank of Kenyon sign-on pages.  Despite the graphics, you should continue to assume that the request is fraudulent because Security State Bank of Kenyon will never contact you by e-mail to request or confirm personal or sensitive account information.

If you receive e-mail requests to visit a Web site or to submit personal information, consider them fraudulent or notify Security State Bank of Kenyon.  We strongly recommend that you do not visit the site, submit your personal information via the site, e-mail or respond in any way.

 

 

 

 

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Security State Bank of Kenyon
602 Second Street, P.O. Box G, Kenyon, Minnesota 55946
(507) 789-6123  |  Toll Free (888) 789-6123   |  Fax (507) 789-6127
Email: bankwithus@ssbkenyon.com