Scam Watch

Phishing scams are a common and dangerous form of cybercrime in which attackers pose as trusted entities—presenting as ASHI, banks, or familiar brands—in an attempt to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information like login credentials, financial details, or personal data.

Three Signs of a Phishing Scam

1. Suspicious Emails

Urgent Action Required: Emails pressuring you to act quickly, such as “Your account will be locked unless you respond immediately.”

Unfamiliar Sender: Check to see how the sender’s email address is spelled; it may look legitimate but have slight errors.

Poor Grammar or Spelling Errors: Legitimate organizations usually send polished communications.

Unexpected Attachments or Links: Be wary of unexpected files or links that ask for sensitive information.

2. Imposter Websites

Attackers may create fake websites that mimic real ones. Always double-check the website URL for accuracy.

3. Unusual Requests

Organizations like ASHI will never ask for sensitive information like passwords or financial details via email.

Five Tips to Stay Safe

First, verify the source. If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from ASHI, contact us directly at membership@ashi.org or call our official number to confirm.

Do not click or download. Avoid clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown sources. Hover over links to preview the URL.

Update your passwords regularly. Use strong, unique passwords for all of your accounts and change them periodically.

Enable two-factor authentication. Add an extra layer of security to your accounts whenever possible.

Keep your software up-to-date. Regularly update your browser, operating system, and antivirus software to protect against known vulnerabilities.

What to Do If You Suspect a Scam

If you suspect a scam, report it immediately. Forward suspicious emails to membership@ashi.org. or the FTC at reportphishing@apwg.org.

Avoid engaging. Do not reply to or interact with the scammer in any way. 

If you suspect a scam, you should change your passwords immediately as your account has potentially been compromised. 

You should monitor your accounts to check for unauthorized transactions or changes.

How ASHI Protects Members

ASHI takes your security seriously. We’ll only send official communications from @ashi.org email addresses.

Sensitive updates will always direct you to log into the ASHI Membership Dashboard rather than requesting personal information through email.

We continuously monitor and secure our systems to protect against threats.

While phishing scams can happen to anyone, awareness and caution can go a long way in protecting yourself. If you ever feel uncertain about a communication from ASHI, don’t hesitate to contact us directly.