Security tip from FDIC
Sunflower Bank and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) reminds customers that fraudulent correspondence claiming to be from the FDIC continues to be mailed, faxed and e-mailed in the United States and other countries.
These emails and faxes incorporate various techniques to gain trust of recipients, hoping consumers will provide sensitive personal information, including bank account numbers Recipients should not under any circumstances respond to the fraudulent requests. Neither Sunflower Bank nor the FDIC – nor any reputable financial institution – will ask for an account number via email or fax.
Recently, scams have surfaced with duplicate FDIC logos and seals in fraudulent letters, forms, certificates and other correspondence. Examples have included invoices, bills, transfer forms, guarantees, endorsements, and confirmations of stock and investment purchases. In some cases, recipients were asked to complete fraudulent forms and return them by fax or e-mail. In other cases, recipients were asked to remit funds via check or wire transfer service.
Again, the FDIC does not send unsolicited correspondence asking for sensitive personal information, including bank account information. If you receive such correspondence, you may contact the FDIC immediately by calling the toll-free telephone number at 1-877-ASK-FDIC (1-877-275-3342) or by e-mail. You may also immediately contact Sunflower Bank with questions or for additional assistance.