Beware Coronavirus Vaccine Scams

Security and Scams

There is finally a light at the end of the socially distanced tunnel – the FDA has approved two coronavirus vaccines. Detailed plans to distribute from pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and Moderna are already underway, with additional vaccines expected to gain FDA approval in 2021. Unfortunately, whenever there’s big news, scammers aren’t far behind. Almost as soon as the news of …

Stay Safe With Contactless Banking

DCU Member News & Info

As our community continues to see increases in COVID-19 cases, our members’ and employees’ health and safety remain a top priority.  Therefore, to help each other during this challenging time, we want to remind you of our contactless banking options that make it easy to access and manage your account. Below are numerous Directions contactless banking services, organized alphabetically by …

Fraud Protection Tips Help Combat Surge in Consumer Fraud Due to Coronavirus Outbreak

Security and Scams

A top priority for us at Directions Credit Union is the financial safety of our members. Unfortunately, we have recently seen an increase in fraud activity. Criminals are using the current coronavirus pandemic to make their fraud attempts more relevant in addition to preying on people’s concern and fear. To help concerned citizens avoid scams, members of the integrated Directions …

Do You Know These 8 Coronavirus Scams and Myths?

Security and Scams

Crisis and disaster headlines typically generate misinformation and scammers try to take advantage of the situation. The novel coronavirus is no different. Scammers want to collect your personal or financial information or get you to download malware to do the same thing. Or they may be selling products they claim to cure or prevent the virus. They will use emails, …

Coronavirus Email and Donation Scams

Security and Scams

With the current state of the Coronavirus, there are already scams trying to get donations and sending spam emails. Opening a spam email installs malware to get sensitive information off of your computer. Keep an eye out for email subjects like “How to protect yourself from COVID-19.” With people worrying about how to protect themselves, this is an easy way …