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Aug. 15, 2024
Back to school: Tips for maintaining child safety
Child identity theft is a real concern, and the back-to-school season is a great time to review these basic safety precautions with your children....
Jun. 4, 2024
SIM Card Swapping
SIM card swapping scams are on the rise. Knowledge is the best defense against these kinds of attacks, these tips will let you know what to look for. ...
Feb. 27, 2024
Smart Strategies for Smartphone Security
Mobile devices are more than telephones; they are personal computers, digital banks, wallets and GPS navigators. That means our phones store a large amount of personal information that attackers are looking to steal and misuse. ...
Feb. 27, 2024
Social Media Privacy: Are You Guilty of Oversharing?
Identity thieves can employ any number of tactics to get what they?re looking for, but there are things you may be doing to make their jobs easier. Before posting on social media, always ask: Am I sharing something that thieves could use to steal my identity?...
Feb. 27, 2024
5 Secure Payment Methods
There are a host of modern payment options, but more choice doesn?t necessarily translate into better security. Here is a look at some of the more common options and what you need to know for secure payment methods....
Feb. 27, 2024
Are You at Risk for Unemployment Identity Theft?
If there are funds that can be stolen, identity thieves are likely to be at work ? and unemployment benefits are no exception. To help protect your benefits for when you need them most, recognizing the scam is important....
Feb. 27, 2024
Are community shredding events safe?
Securely disposing of personal files is important. The question is how to shred safely. Community shredding events may be a good option....
Feb. 27, 2024
Fun ways to teach kids about privacy
Looking for fun, engaging ways to educate your children about digital privacy? These three interactive activities can help kids strengthen their knowledge on basic cybersecurity practices, while giving you an activity to share on a rainy day....
Feb. 27, 2024
Five Ways to Spot an Imposter Scam
With access to more advanced technology, the criminally minded are now able to carry out extremely convincing impersonations, taking social engineering to a new level with highly effective imposter scams. ...
Feb. 27, 2024
Mobile VPN: How to Protect Remote Workers
Whether working remotely or on the road, virtual private networks (VPNs) are vital for safeguarding sensitive data, ensuring any data going to and from your device is protected against prying eyes. ...
Feb. 27, 2024
How to avoid e-card email scams
Cybercriminals can use fake e-cards to deliver a range of cyber threats that can compromise your private files or infect your systems. Here is a look at how a supposedly innocent greeting can introduce the risk of fraud and theft....
Feb. 27, 2024
Replace Passwords with Passphrases for Safer Logins
Cybersecurity standards for logins have evolved, as 6- to 8-character passwords are no longer enough to keep personal information safe. One approach for creating secure logins is to replace traditional passwords with passphrases....
Feb. 27, 2024
Safeguard your social media accounts with MFA
Protecting social media accounts against account takeovers and identity theft is vital. Here are steps to ]help ensure digital privacy, as well as a look at our Social Media Identity Monitoring suite to safeguard your accounts....
Feb. 27, 2024
What are the Consequences of Identity Theft?
Identity theft a violation that can take hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars to repair ? but there are state and federal laws designed to protect consumers....
Feb. 27, 2024
Are You Aware of These Valentine Day Romance Scams?
Valentines Day is when many people naturally start thinking thoughts of love. They want to feel they are special to someone. Unfortunately, that desire is one romance scammers count on, no matter your relationship status. ...
Feb. 27, 2024
Phishing Scams: How to Protect Yourself
Phishing scams intend to incite panic or concern in an attempt for you to reveal sensitive personal information. Learn the common signs of a phishing scam....
Feb. 27, 2024
Drivers License Fraud and Identity Theft
In your wallet right now, there is one card that can reveal a significant amount of personal information ? your drivers license. Exposure of this sensitive data can leave you more susceptible to an identity crime....
Feb. 27, 2024
Tis the Season for Holiday Shopping Scams
Welcome to the holiday shopping season. Retailers already anticipate strong sales this year, but another group is watching holiday shoppers: Cybercriminals who steal the payment and personal information of unsuspecting shoppers....
Feb. 27, 2024
What is Vishing? Voice Phishing Scams to Avoid
Vishing is a phone scam in which a scammer preys on human error by phoning their victims and attempting to get them to expose their personal information, money or both. ...
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