Scammers Now Focusing on Funeral Livestreams
Protect Families from Online Predators
In today’s digital-first world, consumers must always be on high alert for phishing attempts. Sadly, this also extends to families mourning the loss of a loved one.
We’ve learned about two recent cases where scammers targeted families using details about a fake funeral livestream for their loved one:
- A family discovered a fake Facebook page using a loved one’s photo, falsely claiming to have footage of the funeral service, which was never recorded.
- Another family received Facebook notifications inviting them to join a livestream of their loved one’s funeral, only to be asked for their bank details upon clicking the link.
These cyber-threats can cause significant financial and reputational damage to families if they are not promptly addressed, as their sensitive information can be stolen and exploited.
To safeguard your families and your business, consider these best practices:
- Remind families that no funeral director will ever send a friend request for a livestream.
- Make sure families know that a funeral home will never ask for money from a website visitor to watch a livestream.
- Establish a clear process with your staff for reporting suspicious emails or activities that they encounter or hear about from families.
Protect Your Business from Cyber Threats
Despite implementing robust cybersecurity measures, deathcare businesses are increasingly becoming prime targets for hackers, leading to devastating consequences for grieving families. To help you combat these threats, we have partnered with leading benefits provider McGriff to design a comprehensive cybersecurity insurance program exclusively for funeral homes and cemeteries. Click here to learn more about protecting your firm and the families you serve.
