Alert: State Farm Bank Customers and non-State Farm Bank customers, are receiving phishing emails branded with the State Farm® logo. (07/2/2008)

The email recipient is being requested to access a link in the email and to provide customer account related details. Neither the email, nor the link provided is affiliated with State Farm.

Additional Details: If you believe you receive this suspicious email, be aware of text stating, "A refund of a $100 has been credited to your account, Due to the following reasons. (1) Unauthorized transfer of $100 to an unknown account. (2) Payment of a $100 item in a secured site without your permission."

State Farm encourages you to practice good security habits.

Do not disclose any personal identity information if requested via an unsolicited phone call or e-mail, including:

• State Farm Bank account numbers
• Credit card numbers
• Personal Identification Numbers (PIN)
• Passwords
• Social Security Number

If you receive such emails or notifications that are questionable, please report them to your State Farm Agent or contact State Farm at 1-877-734-2265.