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Scams & Alerts

First for You. Looking out for your safety first.

We want you to be safe. That's why we have created this special section on our site to help alert you to any threats you need to be aware of. As always, if you have a concern or question, don't hesitate to Contact Us.

Below are some recent scams and warnings.

Don’t Get Blindsided by Sideloading: Protect Your Android Device

Don’t Get Blindsided by Sideloading: Protect Your Android Device

At Community First Bank, we always prioritize your safety—whether it’s your finances or your online security. Recently, the SOS Daily News reported on a new and dangerous malware affecting Android devices called BlankBot. We wanted to share some insights and tips to help protect your personal information from this sneaky threat.

Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Check Fraud: Protecting Your Money in Today's Banking World

Check Fraud: Protecting Your Money in Today's Banking World

In today's fast-paced digital world, with everyone moving to “digital payments” like debit/credit cards or mobile payment apps, you might think check fraud is a thing of the past. Surprisingly, it remains one of the most common financial threats our customers face. We want to share some helpful information about check fraud and offer simple ways you can protect yourself and your hard-earned money.

Thursday, April 3, 2025
Parking Ticket Fraud—Another Game for Scammers

Parking Ticket Fraud—Another Game for Scammers

Community First Bank would like to make you aware of an unusual type of scam involving parking tickets. If you ever find what looks like a parking ticket stuck under your windshield wiper, it’s wise to take a moment to examine it. While it may seem legitimate at first glance, scammers are increasingly using fake parking tickets to steal personal or financial information.

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Potential Scam Alert

Potential Scam Alert

We have been made aware of customers receiving phone calls in which the caller claims to be from Community First Bank’s Fraud Department. CFB does have a Fraud Center that will contact you if there is potential fraud on your card, and we will never ask for specific personal or account information (including account numbers, names and passwords). 

Tuesday, January 7, 2025
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