We are aware of an email phishing campaign impersonating FHLBanks and/or the Council of FHLBanks. FHLBank staff members will never request confidential information such as PINs or wire and account information unless initiated during the normal course of a member initiated transaction. This campaign may broaden beyond email phishing to phone calls or texts.

Below are common red flags of phishing in emails, calls and texts:

• They ask you to open a link.
• They use urgent or fear-inducing language.
• They send an attachment.
• They request confidential or sensitive information such as PINs, passwords or account information.
• They pressure you to log into or send money via a payment app.

If you receive an unsolicited or suspicious call or email, please don’t share any information and please contact our Wire Services team at 800.934.9473 or wiretran@fhlbtopeka.com. You may also contact us if you have any questions.