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How to Avoid Getting Phished [Infographic]

Author: Sean P. Egen

May 11, 2018

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Credit Card Infographic Fraud

With phishing and other forms of online identity theft and fraud on the rise, it’s imperative to stay one step ahead of these scams. Here are a few common-sense steps you can take to avoid taking the bait. How to Avoid Getting Phished [Infographic]

How to Avoid Getting Phished [Infographic]

With phishing and other forms of online identity theft and fraud on the rise, it’s imperative to stay one step ahead of these scams. Here are a few common-sense steps you can take to avoid taking the bait.

For more information on Phishing and Spoofing, check out Don’t Take the Bait: How to Avoid Being Phished.

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After realizing he couldn’t pay back his outrageous film school student loans with rejection notices from Hollywood studios, Sean focused his screenwriting skills on scripting corporate videos. Videos led to marketing communications, which led to articles and, before he knew it, Sean was making a living as a writer. He continues to do so today by leveraging his expertise in credit, financial planning, wealth-building, and living your best life for Credit One Bank.

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