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Habit Disruption

Last reviewed: 2026-01-03

Habit disruption is when an unusual request breaks normal routine, increasing error risk. Fraudsters create habit disruption by forcing new processes, urgent transfers, or secret steps. SAF teaches that "unusual + urgent" is a verification-required condition, even when messages appear official.

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