by Bank of Ann Arbor
December 21, 2011 2:10
Please beware of the following scam email in circulation which claims to be from the FDIC. The email contains a dangerous link. If you are ever unsure of an email, please give us a call at 734-662-1600.
Subject of the email: Each depositor insured to at least $250,000 per insured bank
Content of email message:
Dear Sirs,
Due to the adoption of a new security system, that is aimed at diminishing the number of cases of fraud and scams, all your ACH and WIRE transactions will be blocked until you update your security version in compliance with our new requirements.. In order to re-establish the full functioning of your account, we urgently prompt you to install a special security software. Please open the link below --------- to read the instructions and download all the necessary files.
We apologize for causing you inconveniences by this measure.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you experience any problems.
Yours truly,
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Security Department
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