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TravelSIM hoax email
26th October 2010
We have discovered that a hoax email is in circulation pretending to be from TravelSIM which seeks to get you to disclose your confidential banking information. TravelSIM is one of our partner companies who provide Teachers Credit Union members with SIM cards for mobile phones to use when travelling overseas.
The hoax email asks TravelSIM customers to purchase false discount coupons for TravelSIM card recharge. If you have received a hoax email please do not click on the link, reply to the email or provide any of the requested details.
To further protect your personal identity, you can add a password to your account. Contact us to find out more.
The following websites can assist you in dealing with hoax emails:
www.scamwatch.gov.au
www.protectfinancialid.org.au
www.staysmartonline.gov.au
If you suspect you have received a hoax email, contact us immediately on 13 12 21 8am to 7pm, weekdays or 9am to 3pm, Saturday.