MALICIOUS MOBILE APPS
Keep your guard up
Only download apps from trusted sites.
What are malicious apps on Android or Apple?
Cybercriminals are using increasingly sophisticated methods to steal personal information. One prevalent fraud technique is the use of app store scams. Hackers lure unsuspecting victims into downloading bogus Android or Apple apps. These apps contain malicious software, which the criminals use to harvest sensitive information from a device or computer. Before a victim realizes it, they may give up critical information like bank account numbers, login credentials and passwords — all from just downloading what they thought was an innocent game or shopping app.
How to protect yourself from malicious mobile apps
The best thing you can do to prevent app store scams is to verify the legitimacy of every app before you download it. Read the user reviews. Do some internet research to see if there are any reported issues. Only download apps you found on a trusted site or in the Apple or Android app stores.
M&T Bank account holders can further protect themselves from fraud with EZShield Identity Protection. And our M&T Alerts,service lets you track balances and get warnings about suspicious account activity via email, text or app notification.
EZShield Identity Protection for M&T Bank customers is a product offered and serviced by EZShield, Inc. through their arrangement with Deluxe Enterprise Operations LLC. M&T Bank is not legally affiliated with Deluxe Enterprise Operations LLC or EZShield, Inc.; and M&T Bank makes no representations or warranties as to their products, privacy policies or security policies. The product attributes and/or pricing may be different than other products offered by Deluxe Enterprise Operations LLC and/or EZShield, Inc. M&T Bank may receive compensation from Deluxe Enterprise Operations LLC and/or EZShield, Inc. regarding M&T customers who participate in this service.
Use of these features and services requires Internet and/or data access through a computer or mobile device. Subject to availability and the same limitations as any service available through the Internet. M&T Bank is not responsible for matters that are outside of its reasonable control that might impact availability and functionality. M&T Bank reserves the right to suspend service for any reason at any time. Your mobile carrier's text messaging and data charges may apply. Fees may apply for optional services provided through M&T Online Banking. View the M&T Digital Services Agreement for additional details.
M&T Bank Alerts are available for your M&T Card through M&T Online Banking. Suspicious activity alerts notify customers of certain potentially fraudulent activity on their M&T Card. Alerts are designed to be a helpful account management tool, but they do not identify all potential fraudulent activity and are not a substitute for security and fraud precautions including, but not limited to, verifying statements and being aware of your outstanding payments and available balance. For your protection, “suspicious activity” and “card PIN change” email alerts cannot be disabled. M&T Bank is not liable for any losses customers may incur due to an alert not being delivered. Your mobile carrier's text messaging and data charges may apply.
Help protect your account with real-time fraud monitoring. Sign up for M&T Alerts, , to receive timely updates about spending and suspicious activity via text or email.
Use of these features and services requires Internet and/or data access through a computer or mobile device. Subject to availability and the same limitations as any service available through the Internet. M&T Bank is not responsible for matters that are outside of its reasonable control that might impact availability and functionality. M&T Bank reserves the right to suspend service for any reason at any time. Your mobile carrier's text messaging and data charges may apply. Fees may apply for optional services provided through M&T Online Banking. View the M&T Digital Services Agreement for additional details.
M&T Bank Alerts are available for your M&T Card through M&T Online Banking. Suspicious activity alerts notify customers of certain potentially fraudulent activity on their M&T Card. Alerts are designed to be a helpful account management tool, but they do not identify all potential fraudulent activity and are not a substitute for security and fraud precautions including, but not limited to, verifying statements and being aware of your outstanding payments and available balance. For your protection, “suspicious activity” and “card PIN change” email alerts cannot be disabled. M&T Bank is not liable for any losses customers may incur due to an alert not being delivered. Your mobile carrier's text messaging and data charges may apply.
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