US Patent 10339306 Methods and systems for fraud containment

Systems and methods for fraud containment are provided in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. A fraud event may be detected. One or more devices that may be used in perpetrating the fraud event may be detected. Additionally one or more potential fraud victims, who may be grouped into victim circles may be detected. The threat level to the victims and/or victim circles may be assessed. In some instances, behavioral profiles may be utilized to make fraud assessments. Based on the threat level, recommendations for fraud containment responses may be provided.