Local businesses are reporting a surge in dubious phone calls, allegedly from their local bank. These scammers often attempt to confirm or modify payment details or online banking credentials, which they then exploit for fraudulent activities.
These scammers cleverly use publicly accessible information about bank employees to lend credibility to their calls. With the advancement in technology, they’re even employing AI to imitate voices and spoof caller IDs, making the calls appear more legitimate.
It’s crucial to remember that MVSB, along with other trustworthy banks, will never reach out to you for sensitive information that’s already in their records. Such a request is a clear scam warning. If you ever encounter a questionable call, text, or email purporting to be from us, we urge you not to engage. Instead, stop by or call us directly at 603.279.7986 for assistance.
