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Don't Be Fooled
How does it work?
In the UK, a fraudulent bankcard transaction takes place every seven seconds. A magnetic reading device and a video camera is fitted to an ordinary ATM.
When the victim uses the machine, the thieves steal the magnetic strip information from their card and get a video record of the PIN.
They then produce a new cashpoint card using a blank such as a pre-pay mobile phone top-up card. They wait until five to midnight and withdraw the maximum daily amount, then at five past midnight they take out the next day’s limit as well.
How can I protect myself?
Be alert when using ATMs by taking the following measures:
• The machine has not been tampered with.
• Nobody can observe you inserting your PIN.
• Card/Cash are concealed and are safe before you leave the machine.
• Retain any printed records for safe disposal at a later time.
• If your card is retained contact your bank immediately.
In the UK, a fraudulent bankcard transaction takes place every seven seconds. A magnetic reading device and a video camera is fitted to an ordinary ATM.
When the victim uses the machine, the thieves steal the magnetic strip information from their card and get a video record of the PIN.
They then produce a new cashpoint card using a blank such as a pre-pay mobile phone top-up card. They wait until five to midnight and withdraw the maximum daily amount, then at five past midnight they take out the next day’s limit as well.
How can I protect myself?
Be alert when using ATMs by taking the following measures:
• The machine has not been tampered with.
• Nobody can observe you inserting your PIN.
• Card/Cash are concealed and are safe before you leave the machine.
• Retain any printed records for safe disposal at a later time.
• If your card is retained contact your bank immediately.
