Card Cracking Infographic

A Typical Card Cracking Scenario

1. A fraudster sends you a social message to "make quick cash".
2. Enticed by the promise of money, YOU provide the scammer a debit card, PIN or online credentials—giving them direct access to account.
3. The fraudster deposits a fake check in your account.
4. Money is withdrawn immediately at an ATM.
5. The fraudster gives the account holder a kickback.
6. YOU call the bank to report a lost or stolen card, or compromised credentials.
7. Bank reimburses the stolen funds to YOU.
8. YOU are now a CRIMINAL ACCOMPLICE.