Fri, September 06, 2024 at 20:08

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  Joy

  • Hey Annie!

  • Did you hear about the latest scam targeting Wells Fargo customers in Pasadena?😱

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• Annie

  • Oh no, what happened?😟

  
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  Joy

  • So, for the second time in a week, a card skimmer was found on a Wells Fargo ATM on Fair Oaks Avenue.

  • These skimmers look like part of the ATM but secretly record your PIN and card number.😬

• Annie

  • That's scary!

  • How do these skimmers work exactly?🤔

  
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  Joy

  • Well, they capture the data from your card's magnetic stripe and your PIN when you enter it.

  • This allows thieves to make illegal transfers and payments later.

  • It's like giving them your card and PIN on a silver platter!😖

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• Annie

  • Wow, that's really dangerous.

  • Did they catch the suspects?🚔

  
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  Joy

  • Unfortunately, no.

  • The suspects couldn't retrieve the skimmer, so it's unclear if they got any information.

  • But the police are urging everyone to change their PINs just in case.🔄

• Annie

  • Good advice.

  • Are there any other precautions people should take?🛡️

  
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  Joy

  • Definitely!

  • Officer Richard Lee from the South Pasadena Police Department also warned about 'shoulder surfers'—thieves who watch you enter your PIN.

  • And hidden cameras angled at the keypad have been found too.😳

• Annie

  • So, we should be extra cautious when using ATMs.

  • Anything else to look out for?👀

  
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  Joy

  • Yes, before using an ATM, always look closely at the machine.

  • Thieves usually place a fake cover over the card reader, and it can come off if you pull on it.

  • Better safe than sorry!💡

• Annie

  • That's a good tip.

  • I'll definitely be more careful.

  • Do you think this news will affect Wells Fargo's reputation?📉

  
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  Joy

  • Honestly, it could.

  • People might lose trust in using their ATMs, especially if these incidents keep happening.

  • It's definitely bad news for Wells Fargo.😔

• Annie

  • I see.

  • So, would you say this is bad news for the market in general?📊

  
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  Joy

  • Yeah, I'd say so.

  • It could make people more wary of using ATMs and even affect their confidence in banking security overall.

  • Not a good look for the financial sector.😕

• Annie

  • Thanks for the detailed explanation, Joy.

  • I'll keep an eye on my accounts and be more cautious.🙏

  
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  Joy

  • No problem, Annie!

  • Always happy to help.

  • Stay safe out there!😊

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