What To Do After a Phishing Scam?
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1. Change your passwords: Change your passwords for any accounts that may have been accessed in the scam. This includes bank accounts, credit cards, and online accounts such as email and social media.
2. Monitor accounts: Monitor all of your accounts for suspicious activity. Credit card companies and banks often provide fraud alert services that can help you detect suspicious activity.
3. Contact your bank and credit card company: Contact your bank and credit card company to ensure there is no fraudulent activity on your accounts.
4. Report the scam: Report the scam to the authorities. In the US, contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
5. Update security software: Update your security software with the latest version of antivirus and antispyware.
6. Educate yourself: Take the time to read up on the latest phishing scams and learn how to protect yourself against them.