Fraud-awareness glossary
Plain-language definitions for recognizing criminal terminology — strictly for education and prevention.
3DS
A legitimate payment authentication layer designed to reduce unauthorized online purchases.
CC
A shorthand used by criminals for stolen card details. Never share or purchase payment credentials.
CVV
The security code printed on a payment card. Legitimate support agents should not ask you to disclose it.
Dumps
Criminal slang for copied magnetic-stripe data. Possessing or trading stolen data is illegal.
FULLZ
Criminal slang for a bundle of stolen identity information. Exposure can lead to identity theft.