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Learn to spot the scam: Phone fraud
March 9, 2022 — From extortion and phishing to identity theft and hacking, cyber criminals target personal information with innovation and variance. In today’s online world, digital security protects more than bank account numbers. Much of everything is captured on the internet. An understanding of threats and how to protect against them remains vital. ... MORE

Army CID Cybercrime Unit warns rental scams on the rise
August 4, 2020 — Housing rental scams are on the rise worldwide. The U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, commonly known as CID, reminds the Army community to be cautious when responding to any advertisement regarding home or apartment rentals... MORE

CID Lookout is a U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command initiative to partner with the Army community by providing a conduit for members of the Army family to help prevent, reduce and report felony-level crime.

Commentary: COVID-19 hoaxes, cyberattacks and scams - oh my!
April 18, 2020 — During this COVID-19 outbreak, we face unprecedented challenges touching every aspect of our lives. This has brought out the best in many of us, including our military and civilian personnel and their families... MORE

CID warns of increase in COVID-19 related fraud, scams
April 8, 2020 — Opportunistic scammers continue to find creative ways to obtain and use someone’s personal and financial information. From fake stimulus checks to Medicare fraud, cybercriminals will undertake extreme measures to separate individuals from their money... MORE

With COVID-19 comes scams – let the buyer beware!
April 7, 2020 — Playing on our fears about COVID-19 and the economy in general, scammers are trying to sell things like fake medical treatments and equipment using ads on social media, unsolicited text messages and robocalls... MORE