When a client emailed Steven Dudash to say he and his family had been robbed in London, the Chicago-based financial adviser’s first reaction was concern. But when the message went on to request an immediate wire transfer of money for airline tickets home, Mr. Dudash became suspicious. He routinely informs all clients that transfers don’t happen instantly. It is his policy to confirm the request by calling the client at a phone number...

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