Originally Posted by Shiznaz
They are conducting an investigation, but from talking to the teller, it seems that they can copy your magnetic strip and pin code with crooked interac machines. She couldn't explain how they produce counterfeit cards that can be used in bank machines and stores though. Maybe people have inside connections? I dunno. I just hope all my money is back before I leave on my trip!
Some UK place recently did a segment on this. Basically crook either replaces the faceplate completely on a cash machine or they place a fake faceplate on the card reader which reads your card details and a camera to record PIN.
They then program some other card with a magnetic stripe and then they withdraw money. If you see someone suspiciously hanging around a cash machine, don't use it. Even if you just saw someone else use it fine. Also never lend people your cellphone, especially to some hot girl. No girl ever talks to me so Rob never gets scammed