Social Security Email Fraud Warning
An e-mail scam has been spreading around with a message that says the Social Security Administration’s records have been tampered with. The content of the e-mail warns the reader that if they don’t click on a specific link and give out undisclosed information, their Medicare or Social Security benefits, will lapse. The SS Administration assures us that this message is certainly not from them.
As a precautionary measure Social Security advises all those with Social Security accounts to be careful when giving out confidential data. An even better way of preventing being conned is to never impart your private information and facts either over the telephone or through the internet. However, if you were the one who initiated the call to a verified phone number, and your personal numbers are asked for verification, then it’s okay to do so.
The SSA’s Office of Inspector General is looking into the accounts of these commotions. You can call their hotline at 1-800-269-0271 to convey doubtful transactions. (If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call the OIG TTY number at 1-866-501-2101.)
Online complaints may be reported by filling out a form at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/oig/
If you suspect a fraudulent SSA agent, make sure to report it to Social Security’s toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 to be able to confirm the legitimacy of the caller. (If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call Social Security’s TTY number at 1-800-325-0778.)
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