The security of our customers is paramount at MyState Financial. We have a team dedicated to customer security who constantly monitor the threat of electronic banking security issues and the regular introduction of new scams and fraudulent behaviour.
Although we are dedicated to the protection of our customers, we believe that personal banking security is a joint-effort and any steps that our customers make towards their own protection can make a positive difference.
There are 3 types of electronic banking security:
Card Security
Card fraud is on the increase in Australia and methods for conducting fraud are constantly evolving. Read about the steps you can take to help protect yourself when using MyState Financial credit and debit cards.
Internet Banking
MyState uses a range of innovative security techniques to help protect your personal information.
Scams and Fraud
Banking scams and fraud involve dishonest attempts to obtain information or details from banking customers. This type of breach of banking security is on the increase and there are typical things to look out for to decrease your risk of being scammed.
More Information
The following external websites offer additional information regarding electronic banking security:
- SCAMwatch - SCAMwatch is a website run by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC). The aim of SCAMwatch is to provide information to consumers and small business about how to recognise, avoid and report scams.
- Stay Smart Online – This Australian Government initiative provides information for Australian’s on the simple steps they can take to protect their personal and financial information online.
- ASIC Moneysmart website – ASIC Enforces company and financial services laws to protect consumers, investors and creditors.
- Australian Bankers' Association – General information about the banking industry and industry standards.