The FBI recently posted a Public Service Announcement about the increased use of mobile banking apps. They anticipate that cyber criminals may take advantage of this to conduct attacks and scams through app-based faking trojans and fake banking apps.
Posted ByMany of us have taken to the number of video conferencing applications available for work, education, and continuing a virtual social life. Here some tips to help secure your next video conference meeting.
Posted ByFraudsters often use news and popular events to lure individuals into scams. The SEC has issued an investor alert warning individual’s about potential scams related to the coronavirus.
Posted ByPhishing refers to almost any message-based attack where a cyber criminal is sending a message to you pretending to be someone you know. The cyber criminal is hoping you will click on the link or attachment in their email so they can steal your information. Cyber criminals are not just limiting their phishing to emails – they are also using instant messaging and social media posts to tempt people to click on malicious links and attachments. The best way to detect and stop phishing is knowing the phishing indicators so you don’t fall for their scam.
Posted ByThe World Economic Forum estimates that the annual economic cost of cybercrime now exceeds $1 trillion. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help protect yourself against cybercrime. In addition to taking precautions with your digital information, such as maintaining strong passwords, you should consider protecting yourself with personal cyber insurance coverage.
Posted ByThere’s been an increase in phishing attempts initiated via text or SMS messages, referred to as smishing. In the smishing scam, individuals receive fraudulent text or SMS messages that appear to be from a legitimate source such as your bank or other financial providers.
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