Security Centre
Spyware Warning
Computers and the internet are an integral part of our personal lives and the running of our businesses - which means that it has become increasingly important to understand the threats that we face when we interact online.
Absa’s Online Security Measures
Absa Internet Banking utilises a number of security mechanisms to increase your online banking security to prevent online identity theft and other online fraud threats.
Protect Yourself Online
There are a number of security measures that you can practice whenever you use the internet for online banking or shopping to ensure that you are not the victim of internet fraudsters.
Online Shopping and 3D Secure
We are proud to introduce a more secure online shopping experience for you! No up-front registration is required when shopping online at a 3D Secure merchant and no username and password to remember anymore. You will now receive a One-Time-Password (OTP) that will only be valid for one transaction when shopping at a 3D Secure merchant, protecting your Absa Card against fraudulent online use.
Don’t be a victim of Phishing Scams
Phishing scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated as fraudsters will stop at nothing to steal your money. Don’t be caught out and always keep these tips in mind
Cards with a Chip and PIN
No matter where you live, fraud is a reality – which is why you need to ensure that all the possible precautions you can take to ensure that you bank and transact safely are in place. One of these precautions that are implemented by Absa is the chip and PIN (Personal Identification Number) system for your card.
Bank Card Security
Credit, cheque and debit cards can be used in a number of locations for a wide range of purchases, offering wonderful convenience and choice; and in order to protect yourself from potential card skimming and cloning, it is crucial to apply caution when using such cards.
419 Scams
If you receive an email with an offer that seems too good to refuse, it probably is a 419 scam.
Card Skimming
Card skimming happens in the blink of an eye – ensure that you can always see your card when transacting.
eStatements
You can go paperless and receive your statement via email – which is accessible via password.
Cheque security
A cheque, a written instruction to your bank to pay money out of your account, is a handy way to make payments without the use of cash; however, you should be aware of security measures to take when handling cheques.
Travelling internationally
To minimise risk and still cover your expenses, while you travel internationally, we recommend that your travel allowance be split across cash, Traveller’s Cheques, a Cash Passport, and a credit card (where possible).
eStatements and phishing
We are all aware that, at any given time, there are a number of phishing scams circulating by way of email and SMS.
ATM Security
When you complete your banking transactions at any of our 7 000 Absa ATMs in South Africa, always ensure that you remain alert and vigilant while at an ATM so that you don’t become a victim of fraud or crime.
CashSend
When making CashSend payments for goods and services via Internet or Cellphone Banking, or at an ATM or self service kiosk, it is important to confirm the validity of what you are about to pay for.
Anti-virus software
To help you protect yourself when you bank online, we offer free antivirus software to all our Internet Banking and Cellphone Banking customers.
How to recognise a phishing scam
Don’t be caught out! Find out what you need to look out for to avoid becoming a victim of phishing scams
Phishing Scams
Some criminals will go to amazing lengths to steal your money – but the more aware you are, the less likely it will be that you will fall prey to internet or email phishing scams.
Latest Cellphone Banking Scam
Watch out for this cellphone scam that enables fraudsters to conduct a SIM swop and gain access to your accounts
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