Stop SAM Scammers in Their Tracks!
Businesses that rely on government contracts need to be super careful about protecting their System for Award Management (SAM) registration. This registration contains important information about your company, like bank account details, tax info, and other sensitive stuff. Lately, there have been a bunch of sneaky scams aimed at stealing this info from SAM users. Not cool!
This blog post will teach you all the top tips to keep your SAM registration safe and sound.
Spot the Phony Phishing Emails
These fake emails are designed to trick you into giving up your SAM login information. They might look like they’re from the General Services Administration (GSA) or the SAM.gov Federal Service Desk, but they’re really from imposters. Here are a few things to look out for:
- Emails with bad grammar or spelling mistakes
- Emails that pressure you to click on links or open attachments
- Emails from unknown senders
If you’re not sure whether an email is real, don’t click on anything in it. Instead, log in to your SAM account directly by going to SAM.gov and check for any messages there.
Supercharge Your Security
There are a bunch of things you can do to make it way harder for scammers to crack your SAM registration. Here are a few ideas:
- Use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) This adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second code, in addition to your password, to log in. It’s like having a super strong lock on your SAM account!
- Don’t Share Your Login Info Your SAM password is like your toothbrush – never share it with anyone!
- Keep Your Software Up to Date Outdated software can have security holes that scammers can exploit. Make sure you’re running the latest updates for your computer and web browser.
Be a Buddy, Not a Dummy
It’s important to spread the word about SAM scams to everyone in your company who has access to your SAM registration. The more people who are aware of the dangers, the better!
By following these tips, you can help keep your SAM registration safe and secure. Remember, a little caution can go a long way in protecting your company’s valuable information.
If you have any questions about SAM security, you can always contact the Federal Service Desk for help.
I have a distinct policy with all of my clients to never provide credentials to anyone outside their company for their SAM registration.
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