VA’s Commitment to Protect Veterans
As we observe National Consumer Protection Week, March 2 – 8, and Slam the Scam Day on March 5, 2026, we want to reaffirm our dedication to protecting the Veterans we serve from fraud and scams. Veterans have earned their benefits through service and sacrifice, and it is our collective duty to shield them from those who aim to exploit them.
Sadly, bad actors are increasingly targeting Veterans due to their association with government benefits and personal information with schemes designed to steal their personal information, financial resources and benefits. These scams often involve government impostors, direct deposit fraud, phishing attacks, identity theft, payment redirection and social media scams. By staying informed and taking preventive actions, Veterans can safeguard themselves and their families from these malicious schemes.
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This remains the most prevalent form of financial crime globally. It targets the direct access points to your money: your cards and your bank accounts.
- Skimming: Criminals use small devices called “skimmers” placed over ATM or point-of-sale card slots to capture the data from your card’s magnetic strip.
- Card-Not-Present (CNP) Fraud: This occurs during online shopping where a physical card isn’t required. Thieves use stolen card numbers, expiry dates, and CVV codes to make unauthorized purchases.
- Account Takeover (ATO): A hacker gains access to your online banking credentials (often through malware or phishing) and changes the contact details or passwords, locking you out while they drain your funds.