Money Network account compromised - need urgent advice!
Hey everyone, I just found out my money network account was compromised. Has anyone else dealt with this? I'm freaking out and don't know what to do. Any advice on how to handle this situation would be really appreciated.
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve Money Network account compromise issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKvYUKsXsew
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Sofía Rodríguez
Oh man, that sucks! I had something similar happen to me last year. First thing you need to do is call Money Network ASAP and report it. They should be able to freeze your account and investigate.
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Mei-Ling Chen
•Thanks for the advice! Did you have any trouble getting through to them on the phone? I've heard their customer service can be a nightmare.
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Sofía Rodríguez
•Yeah, it can be tough to get through. I had to wait on hold for like 2 hours 🙄 But its worth it to protect your money. Just be patient and dont hang up!
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Aiden O'Connor
•Pro tip: call early in the morning right when they open. Way less wait time!
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Zoe Papadopoulos
Ugh, Money Network is the worst. I swear they have zero security measures. This happens way too often. 🤬
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Jamal Brown
I found a way to get someone on the phone quickly. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ
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Fatima Al-Rashid
•Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?
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Jamal Brown
•I was skeptical at first too, but I tried it and it actually worked. Saved me hours of hold time.
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Giovanni Rossi
•20 bucks tho? Thats kinda steep just to make a phone call...
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Jamal Brown
•I get it, but for me it was worth it. Time is money, and I couldn't afford to sit on hold all day.
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Aaliyah Jackson
Here's what you need to do: 1. Call Money Network immediately to report the compromise 2. Ask them to freeze your account 3. Request a new card 4. Change all your passwords and PINs 5. Enable two-factor authentication if possible 6. Monitor your account closely for any unauthorized transactions 7. Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit reports If any funds were stolen, ask about their fraud protection policy and how to file a claim. Document everything and be persistent. Good luck!
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Mei-Ling Chen
•Wow, thank you so much for this detailed list! This is super helpful. I'll get started on these steps right away.
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KylieRose
•This is great advice. I'd also recommend setting up account alerts for any future transactions if they offer that.
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Miguel Hernández
am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy we HAVE to use money network for our benifits? like why cant we just use a normal bank 🤔
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Sasha Ivanov
•Preach! 🙌 The whole system is a joke. We're basically forced to use a subpar service.
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Liam Murphy
•I heard it's because of some contract between Money Network and the government. Probably some shady backroom deal tbh
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Amara Okafor
Sorry this happened to you, OP. Make sure you also check your credit report after you get this sorted out. Sometimes these creeps try to open new accounts in your name.
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CaptainAwesome
Has anyone actually successfully recovered stolen funds from Money Network? I've been fighting with them for months and they keep giving me the runaround. 😤
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Yuki Tanaka
•It took me about 6 weeks, but I did eventually get my money back. You gotta be persistent and keep calling.
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CaptainAwesome
•6 weeks?! Ugh, guess I'll keep at it then. Thanks for the hope lol
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Esmeralda Gómez
This is why I always transfer my money out of Money Network as soon as it hits the account. Can't trust these prepaid card companies.
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Klaus Schmidt
•Smart move. I do the same thing. Rather deal with my own bank's security than rely on Money Network.
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Sharaye Jones
Mines was compromised today
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Mei-Ling Chen
•Oh no, you too? Have you contacted customer service yet? I'm wondering if this is some kind of widespread issue happening today. What did they take from your account?
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Zara Shah
•Sorry to hear this happened to you too! If there are multiple compromises happening today, this could be a bigger security breach. You should definitely report it to Money Network ASAP and also consider filing a report with the FTC or your state's consumer protection agency. Document everything - dates, times, amounts, who you spoke with. The more people report these issues, the more likely authorities will investigate if there's a pattern.
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Ethan Clark
This is really concerning that multiple people are reporting compromises today. I work in cybersecurity and when we see clusters of account breaches like this, it often indicates a larger security incident. A few additional steps I'd recommend: 1. Screenshot everything - your account balance, transaction history, any suspicious activity 2. File a complaint with the CFPB (Consumer Financial Protection Bureau) online - they track patterns of issues with financial services 3. If you have online banking elsewhere, check those accounts too in case your credentials were reused 4. Consider freezing your credit reports temporarily as a precaution Money Network should be taking this seriously if it's affecting multiple users. Don't let them brush you off - escalate to a supervisor if needed. Stay strong and keep pushing for answers!
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Ryan Young
•This is really solid advice, especially about the CFPB complaint! I didn't even know that was an option. The fact that multiple people are getting hit today is definitely suspicious - sounds like there might be a data breach or something. @Mei-Ling Chen @Sharaye Jones you should definitely follow these steps, especially the screenshots. I learned the hard way that you need documentation for everything when dealing with these financial companies. They love to lose records "when" it s convenient'for them.
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Mason Stone
I'm really sorry to hear about your account being compromised, Mei-Ling. This is such a stressful situation to deal with. I went through something similar about 8 months ago with my Money Network card. Here's what worked for me: Call them immediately at 1-866-692-9374 and report the fraud. Yes, the hold times are terrible (sometimes 2+ hours), but don't give up. When you finally get through, ask for the fraud department specifically. They'll freeze your account and start an investigation. Make sure to get a reference number for your case - write it down and keep it safe. They should also expedite a new card to you. One thing that really helped me was keeping a detailed log of every call - date, time, who I spoke with, what was discussed. This came in handy when I had to escalate my case. Also, if you haven't already, check your account online or through the app to see exactly what transactions were made. Screenshot everything as evidence. The whole process took about 3-4 weeks for me, but I did get my money back. Stay persistent and don't let them dismiss your concerns. You've got this! 💪 Let us know how it goes and if you need any other advice!
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StarStrider
•Thank you so much Mason! This is incredibly helpful and reassuring to hear from someone who actually got through this successfully. I really appreciate you sharing the specific phone number and tips about keeping detailed logs - that's smart thinking I wouldn't have thought of on my own. The 3-4 week timeline gives me realistic expectations too. I'm definitely going to screenshot everything right now before I call them. It's scary but knowing others have made it through this gives me hope. I'll update everyone once I get some answers from Money Network!
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Ava Kim
I'm so sorry this happened to you! As someone who's been dealing with EDD and Money Network for a while, I can tell you that account compromises are unfortunately becoming more common. Here's my advice based on what I've learned from this community: 1. Call Money Network immediately at 1-866-692-9374 - yes, the wait times are brutal, but it's essential 2. Ask to speak directly to their fraud department 3. Request they freeze your account immediately while they investigate 4. Get a case reference number and write down everything - dates, times, who you spoke with 5. Screenshot your account activity before they freeze it as evidence 6. File a complaint with the CFPB online - they track these patterns and it helps build cases against companies with poor security The fact that multiple people are reporting compromises today is really concerning. This could be a bigger breach that Money Network hasn't disclosed yet. Document everything and don't let them brush you off. Also, once this is resolved, I'd recommend transferring funds out of Money Network as soon as they hit your account. Many of us here do that now because their security just isn't reliable enough. Stay strong and keep us updated! This community has your back. 💪
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Dominic Green
•This is such great advice, thank you Ava! I'm new to this community but it's already clear how supportive everyone is here. The fact that you mentioned multiple people reporting compromises today really has me worried - that can't be a coincidence. I'm definitely going to follow all these steps, especially filing that CFPB complaint. I had no idea that was even an option! It's scary to think about how vulnerable our benefits are with Money Network's security issues. I really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences and tips - it makes this whole nightmare feel less overwhelming. Going to start making those calls now and will keep everyone posted on what I find out! 🙏
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Victoria Jones
I'm really sorry this happened to you! Account compromises are so stressful. I haven't dealt with this specific issue myself, but I've been following this community for a while and have seen similar posts. From what I've read here, the most important thing is to act fast. Everyone seems to agree that calling Money Network immediately is crucial, even though their customer service wait times are notorious. The number that keeps getting mentioned is 1-866-692-9374. What's really concerning is that I'm seeing multiple people in this thread saying their accounts were compromised today too. That seems like way too much of a coincidence - there might be a bigger security issue happening that Money Network hasn't announced yet. I'd definitely document everything like others have suggested - screenshots, call logs, reference numbers. And consider filing complaints with the CFPB if Money Network doesn't handle this properly. Hoping you get this resolved quickly! Keep us updated on how it goes. This community is really good about sharing info and supporting each other through these situations. 🤞
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AstroAdventurer
•Thank you Victoria! You're absolutely right about acting fast - I'm getting ready to call them now. The pattern of multiple compromises today is really alarming. It makes me wonder if Money Network is even aware there's a potential breach happening. I'm definitely going to mention this when I call and ask if they're seeing an uptick in fraud reports today. It's so reassuring to have this community's support during such a stressful situation. I'll make sure to document everything and will definitely update everyone once I know more. Fingers crossed they can freeze my account quickly and start investigating! 🤞
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Issac Nightingale
Hey Mei-Ling, I'm so sorry this happened to you! I actually went through something very similar about 6 months ago. The stress is real, but you can get through this. First things first - call Money Network RIGHT NOW at 1-866-692-9374. I know everyone's saying the wait times are horrible (and they are), but don't let that stop you. I actually called at 7 AM when they first opened and only waited about 45 minutes. What's really concerning me is seeing that Sharaye and possibly others got hit today too. This smells like a bigger security breach. When you call Money Network, definitely ask them if they're aware of multiple accounts being compromised today. Here's what saved me during my ordeal: - Screenshot EVERYTHING before calling (your balance, transaction history, any weird charges) - Get that case reference number and write it down immediately - Ask for the fraud department specifically, don't let them transfer you around - Keep notes of every single conversation - date, time, person's name, what they said Also, file a CFPB complaint online. I did this when Money Network was dragging their feet, and suddenly they became much more responsive. The good news? I got every penny back after about a month of persistence. You've got this! 💪 Keep us posted - this community has been amazing for support and sharing info. We're all rooting for you!
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Savannah Glover
•Thank you so much Issac! Your detailed breakdown is incredibly helpful, especially the tip about calling at 7 AM - that's genius! I'm definitely going to set my alarm and try that tomorrow morning. The fact that you got every penny back after a month gives me so much hope. I'm really worried about this being a bigger breach too, especially with multiple people reporting compromises today. When I call, I'll definitely ask if they're seeing a pattern. I'm screenshotting everything right now and will make sure to get that case reference number. Really appreciate you sharing your experience - it makes this feel so much less scary knowing others have successfully navigated this nightmare! 🙏
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Javier Torres
This is really alarming that multiple people are reporting account compromises today! I work at a credit union and when we see clusters like this, it usually means there's been a data breach or system vulnerability that hasn't been publicly disclosed yet. Beyond calling Money Network immediately (which everyone has covered well), I'd also recommend: 1. Check if you've used the same password/PIN for other accounts and change those ASAP 2. Monitor your other bank accounts and credit cards for unusual activity 3. Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit reports through all three bureaus (Experian, Equifax, TransUnion) - it's free and lasts 90 days 4. Save/print all your account statements and transaction history as evidence The timing of multiple compromises today is NOT a coincidence. When you call Money Network, please ask them directly if they're investigating a potential security breach. If they won't give you a straight answer, that's even more reason to file complaints with the CFPB and your state's attorney general. Document everything and don't let them gaslight you into thinking this is just "random fraud." Stand your ground and demand answers. You deserve to know if your personal information was exposed due to their security failures. Stay strong and keep fighting! 💪
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Nadia Zaldivar
•This is exactly what I was thinking! As someone who's new to dealing with EDD and Money Network, I had no idea these kinds of security issues were so common. The professional insight about data breaches is really eye-opening - it makes total sense that multiple people getting hit on the same day isn't random. I'm definitely going to follow your advice about the fraud alerts on my credit reports. I never would have thought to do that! It's scary to think our personal info might have been exposed and Money Network just... hasn't told us? That's really messed up if true. Thank you for the detailed steps and for validating that we should be demanding answers. Sometimes you feel crazy questioning these big companies, but you're right - we deserve to know what happened to our data! 🙏
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Lim Wong
I'm so sorry this happened to you! This is absolutely terrifying and the fact that multiple people are reporting compromises today is really alarming. I haven't experienced this myself but I've been lurking in this community for a while and have seen how these situations play out. Everyone's advice about calling Money Network immediately is spot on - that 1-866-692-9374 number keeps coming up. The early morning call strategy sounds smart too to avoid the worst wait times. What really concerns me is this pattern of multiple accounts being hit today. That's way too suspicious to be coincidence. When you call them, definitely push them on whether they're seeing an uptick in fraud reports or if there's been any kind of security incident they haven't disclosed. Document absolutely everything - screenshots, call logs, reference numbers, who you talked to and when. And don't let them minimize this or make you feel like it's just "one of those things." If this is a bigger breach, they need to be held accountable. Filing that CFPB complaint seems like a really good move too based on what others have shared. Hang in there and keep us posted! This community really does have your back and it sounds like people have successfully gotten their money back, even if it takes persistence. You've got this! 💪
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Harper Collins
•Thank you so much for the support and advice! I really appreciate how this community comes together to help each other out. You're absolutely right about not letting them minimize this - I was already starting to doubt myself wondering if I was overreacting, but seeing multiple people get hit today really does seem like more than just bad luck. I'm going to be prepared with all my screenshots and questions when I call them tomorrow morning. The idea of demanding they tell me if there's been a security incident is really smart - I probably would have just accepted whatever explanation they gave me without pushing for the real truth. It's scary but also empowering to know we have rights as consumers and don't have to just accept whatever these companies tell us. Thanks for the encouragement! 🙏
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Miguel Castro
I'm so sorry this happened to you! Account compromises are incredibly stressful, especially when it's your benefits money. I haven't personally dealt with this specific situation, but I've been part of this community for a while and have seen how these cases usually go. What's really concerning me is seeing multiple people in this thread mentioning their accounts were compromised TODAY - that's way too much of a coincidence. This pattern suggests there might be a larger security breach that Money Network hasn't disclosed yet. Here's what I'd recommend based on what I've observed from other cases: 1. Call Money Network immediately at 1-866-692-9374 (yes, the wait times are brutal but it's essential) 2. Ask specifically for their fraud department - don't let them transfer you around 3. Request they freeze your account while investigating 4. Get a case reference number and document everything 5. When you call, ASK them directly if they're seeing increased fraud reports today or if there's been any security incident The fact that this is happening to multiple people simultaneously is NOT normal "random fraud" - push them for real answers about what's going on with their systems. Also consider filing a CFPB complaint online if they don't take this seriously. Document everything with screenshots before your account gets frozen. Stay strong and keep us updated! This community has seen people successfully recover their funds, but it takes persistence. We're all rooting for you! 💪
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