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About National Slam the Scam Day
Safety & Security , Technology & Telecom
United States
Ends: Mar 06, 2025
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National Slam the Scam Day is an initiative of the US Social Security Administration (SSA) warning the public about various scams targeting Social Security beneficiaries and others. These scams come in various forms, but they all aim to obtain personal information or money from unsuspecting victims.
One common scam involves impersonating SSA employees who call or email people and claim a problem with their Social Security account. The scammers may threaten to suspend or cancel the person's benefits if they don't provide personal information, such as their Social Security number or banking information. The SSA emphasizes that they will never call or email individuals asking for this information; people should never provide it over the phone or online.
Another type of scam involves fraudsters sending letters or emails to people, claiming they have won a Social Security award or have a cost-of-living adjustment increase. The message may ask the person to pay a fee or provide personal information to claim the prize or adjustment. The SSA advises people to ignore these requests and report them to the agency's Office of the Inspector General.
Scammers may also use robocalls to trick people into giving out personal information or money. The calls may claim to be from the SSA or other government agencies, and they may threaten legal action or arrest if the person does not comply with their demands. The SSA advises people to hang up and report these calls to the agency.
Additionally, some scammers may create fake websites or emails that appear to be from the SSA or other government agencies. These websites may ask people to enter personal information or download malicious software that can steal their information. People should always be cautious when entering personal information online and only use trusted websites.
The SSA also warns about scams related to COVID-19, such as fake Social Security Administration COVID-19 grant offers or fake COVID-19-related websites or emails. These scams prey on people's fears and vulnerabilities during the pandemic and may ask for personal information or money to access supposed benefits or assistance.
Slam the Scam Day began in 2020 as part of the broader Federal Trade Commission's National Consumer Protection Week.
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