Scams and fraud
Fake calls, texts, invoices and pop-ups, and how to handle them.
- A pop-up says your computer is infectedLoud warnings with a phone number are a scam. Here is how to close them.
- Suspicious phone callsCallers who claim to be from Microsoft, your bank or your boss, and what to do.
- A fake invoice or a change to payment detailsHow criminals trick businesses into paying the wrong account.
- Scam texts and QR codesFake delivery notices, bank alerts and codes that lead to fake sites.
- A message from the boss asking for gift cards or a quick favorFake messages from an owner or manager are a common trick.
- Is this message really from Nexus IT Services?How to tell our real messages from someone pretending to be us.