Action Fraud
Action Fraud is the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime. Fraudulent attacks, even if unsuccessful, should be reported to Action Fraud.
Fraudsters are working as hard as you are. Our content can help you stay ahead of them.
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Fraud is a criminal act to deceive you and take your cash – it's a transaction that you didn't know about or authorise. For example, fraudsters may use your details to open accounts under your name or your business.
A scam is where you’re tricked into making or authorising a payment to a criminal’s account. Scammers impersonate banks and official organisations using emails, phone calls and texts that look and sound genuine.
Do you know the difference between a fraud and a scam? How much do you know about vishing, phishing and smishing? Ransomware vs malware- how aware are you? Watch our video to learn more about the kind of threats businesses are facing, and what we can offer to support you in protecting your business.
Do you know the difference between fraud and a scam
or vishing phishing and smishing
ransomware versus malware?
How aware are you?
Is this a real voice or an AI voice?
‘Hi, this is Lee from Barclays
I'm calling about a transaction that's been set up on your account
that I need to verify with you’
You may be surprised to hear that voice wasn't really me,
but was in fact generated by AI
In today's world, the tools fraudsters are using are getting more sophisticated
But here at Barclays, we can help you stay one step ahead of the scammers
with a range of supports and resources, including our Fraud and Scams Toolkit,
A dedicated fraud hub focusing on hot topics every month,
Quarterly fraud webinars you and your employees
can watch live or replay anytime, anywhere
You can follow our corporate LinkedIn channel for the latest updates
and receive our fraud awareness emails with a roundup of hot tips and topics.
As you can see, there's a wealth of information available
to support you in the fight against fraud
So remember our three golden rules.
Barclays will never do any of the following:
Ask you to make payments or move money to a safe account
Call and ask you to provide or enter your pin or use your biometric device for any reason,
take control of your computer.
For more information on how to protect you
and your business, visit our fraud hub at www.barclayscorporate.com
or talk to your Relationship Director.
Ransomware is a type of malware that disables your IT system and prevents you accessing your data, usually by encrypting files. A criminal group will then demand a ransom in exchange for decrypting your files.
Ransomware is now the biggest cyber threat to most UK businesses. Are you prepared for an attack?
Please visit our ransomware page for more information on how to prevent ransomware and what to do if you’re a victim.
Are you insured against cyber-attacks? For information and support visit the Association of British Insurers (ABI) website^
Corporate fraud can affect any business, at any time. It’s vital that you and your staff stay vigilant and up to date with the latest techniques that fraudsters use to get your money.
Catch up on the latest replays of our quarterly fraud webinars, and register for upcoming webinars, to help you stay one step ahead.
Action Fraud is the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime. Fraudulent attacks, even if unsuccessful, should be reported to Action Fraud.
The Dedicated Card and Payment Crime Unit (DCPCU) delivers impactful and timely tips and awareness to reduce the prevalence of fraud and cyber crime.
We’ve partnered with the Fraud Advisory Panel (FAP) to launch the national campaign Love Business Hate Fraud to raise awareness of fraud and cyber crime against UK businesses.
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) provides cyber security tips and best practice to support the most critical organisations in the UK.
Learn how to identify and protect your business from various fraud and scam threats. This online Digital Wings module will guide you through common scams targeting businesses and provide practical steps to enhance your business's security.