October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and a timely and important opportunity to revisit the everchanging cybersecurity landscape.
Fraud and cybercrime are serious threats, so constant vigilance is key. Our firm plays an important role in helping safeguard your assets, but you can also take action yourself to protect and help secure your information. This checklist summarizes common cyber fraud tactics, as well as security tips and best practices. Some suggestions may be things you’re doing already, whereas others may be new to you. We also cover actions to take if you suspect that your personal information has been compromised. If you have questions, we’re here to help.
Cyber criminals exploit our increasing reliance on technology. Methods used to compromise a victim’s identity or login credentials—such as malware, phishing, and social engineering—are increasingly sophisticated and difficult to spot. A fraudster’s goal is to obtain information to access your account and assets or to sell your information for this purpose. Fortunately, criminals often take the path of least resistance. Follow best practices and apply caution when sharing information and executing transactions. It makes a big difference.
Read the checklist (click the link below) and take protective action!