Cybercriminals use types of social engineering—manipulating people into doing what they want—as the most common way to steal information and money. Social engineering is at the heart of all types of phishing attacks—those conducted via email, SMS, and phone calls. Technology makes these sorts of attacks easy and very low risk for the attacker. Make […]
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Take Control of Your Personal Info to Help Prevent Identity Theft
Identity theft has become a fact of life during the past decade. If you are reading this, it is a safe bet that your data has been breached in at least one incident. Does that mean we are all helpless? Thankfully, no. There is a lot we can do to protect ourselves from identity theft […]
How to Use Social Media for Good—Safely Creating a Positive Presence Online
We have all heard about the evils of social media. Fortunately, there is another side to social media, and with a little savvy you can harness its potential for good. You just need to make sure to steer clear of the pitfalls and work on safely curating a positive online presence. Get the Word Out […]
Data Privacy in an Era of Compliance
January 28 is Data Privacy Day. Data privacy for individuals means reviewing privacy settings on social media, being mindful of entering data into websites, and taking ownership of one’s online identity. Protect yourself by following these tips: Know what you are sharing. Check the privacy settings on all of your social media accounts; some even […]
Shop Safe Online, Even on Black Friday!
The holiday season is the perfect time for cybercriminals to take advantage of unsuspecting online shoppers. When you go to the grocery store or local shop, it’s habit to grab your reusable bags, lock the car, and make sure you’ve safely put away your credit card or cash before heading home with the day’s purchases. […]