ATM security tips | |
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Always use ATMs, where all time security guard and camera surveillance are available. | |
Look for signs of tampering the ATM such as pieces of plastic not in place, or a piece with unmatched color. If found, please do not use the ATM and call 16555 from inside Egypt or +202-21600110 from outside Egypt. |
Credit / Debit card security tips | |
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If your card is lost or stolen; please contact our 24-hour FABMISR Contact Center on 16555 from inside Egypt or +202-21600110 from outside Egypt immediately. | |
To avoid any fraudulent transactions and to protect your data, do not respond to unsolicited SMS/calls that request personal information such as your National ID number, your banking card number, the printed number on the back of your card, ATM PIN, online/telephone banking username or passwords, credit card numbers etc. | |
Use a complex PIN that cannot be predicted. |
Mobile Security tips | |
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Use the official FABMISR mobile banking app downloaded from Google play store for Android and Apple play store for Apple. | |
Avoid using mobile banking over a public Wi-Fi /hotspot network. |
Secure computer tips | |
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Always use licensed software from trusted source. | |
Update your computer with latest updated security programs for your operating system, browser and email | |
Use an updated anti-virus, anti-spyware and personal firewalls. Keep the antivirus updated. | |
It is recommended to install a trusted and reputed ad blocker plug-in for your browser. An ad blocker prevents the ad related malware from being displayed in your browser. |
Secure online shopping tips | |
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Shop/make payments through reputed websites. | |
Never click on links in emails. Always type the URL in the address bar of the browser. | |
Do not enter your confidential account information such as credit card numbers, expiry date, CVV values, etc. in any pop-up windows. | |
Do not click on links in emails to visit online shopping sites. |
Password Security tips | |
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Do not use personal information like your name, date of birth, National ID, etc. as your passwords. | |
Do not use sequences of letters or numbers E.g.: abcd1234. | |
Use a complex password consisting of upper and lower case alphanumeric characters and special characters. | |
Do not send your password or PIN to anyone via email or text message. | |
Change your PIN/passwords at regular intervals. | |
If you suspect that someone knows your PIN/Password, change it immediately. | |
Ensure your web browser is configured not to remember your banking passwords. |
Anti-Phishing Awareness tips | |
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Do not share any personal information to an unsolicited caller or solicitor. | |
FABMISR will never ask for your account numbers, password or access code. If you receive a call, text or email, or someone comes to your home asking for this information, please do not share. | |
Scammers may impersonate as government officials, law enforcement or even FABMISR employees to steal your personal information. Always validate a person’s organization by calling them back on an official phone number. | |
Scammers generally demand immediate responses and payment. If you feel threatened, always ask us for help. | |
Do not reveal too much personal information in social media and always restrict connecting with strange or suspicious individuals. | |
Do not respond to emails/messages from unknown suspicious sources. | |
Do not open attachments or click on hyperlinks from unknown sources. |
Secure internet banking tips | |
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You should perform due-diligence related to security controls of your IT /Mobile systems and ensure a secure computer/device is in use to use FABMISR banking services. You should periodically check your computer systems/mobile devices to ensure appropriate security controls are in place. | |
Always access your internet banking through https://www.fabmisr.com.eg | |
Verify the authenticity of the internet banking webpage by checking its URL and PAD lock symbol. | |
Avoid using internet banking on open or public Wi-Fi. | |
Do not use the same password for FABMISR online banking that you use on other internet sites. | |
Do not disclose your customer number and PIN/Password to anyone even if the requester mentions that he/she is a FABMISR employee. FABMISR employees will never ask for any password, OTP or PIN for any banking service. | |
Change your PIN immediately when received, memorize it and never write it down. | |
Do not directly close the browser. Always logout from the internet banking window. | |
You should contact our 24-hour FABMISR Contact Center on 16555 from inside Egypt or +2 02 24075360 from outside Egypt if you have any suspicions. |