Data Theft & Cyber Fraud Solution

What is cyber fraud?

Cyber fraud is a blanket term to describe crimes committed by cyber attackers via the internet. These crimes are committed with the intent to illegally acquire and leverage an individual’s or business’s sensitive information for monetary gain.

10 Steps to Reduce Your Risk of Cyber Fraud

1. Continually Update Your Computer and Mobile Devices

Cybercriminals frequently gain access to information by using known flaws in the software and operating systems that run your computer or phone. The best defense is to keep software, web browsers, and operating systems up to date.

2. Employ Antivirus Software and Anti-Malware Protection on Your Computers

Cybercriminals also use technical attacks to deploy viruses, botnets, malware, key loggers and spyware to infect or take control of your computer. Many new computers come with a free trial of antivirus software preinstalled, which you can purchase once the trial is over. Additionally, there are hundreds of antivirus applications available in the market for you to choose from. Be sure to select software solutions that provide you adequate protection, keep them updated with the latest virus definitions, and schedule regular full scans, preferably at least once per week.

3. Good Password Habits

For each account, use the longest password permissible and update it regularly. Create strong passwords by combining uppercase and lowercase letters, unique characters and numbers. Avoid including personal information in your passwords and never use the same password for multiple accounts. Don’t write down your passwords on paper or share them with anyone. For mobile devices, set up a PIN (or passcode) or facial recognition setting and activate the auto-lock feature in your settings

4. Strengthen Your Network

Malicious cyber actors may leverage your home network to gain access to personal, private and confidential information. To protect against these threats, start by setting a robust password for your Wi-Fi network and select the appropriate encryption, beginning with at least Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2).

5. Protect Yourself from Phishing/Vishing Attacks

Phishing is when cybercriminals use deceptive emails or messages to trick you into revealing personal or financial information, while vishing involves fraudulent phone calls with the same goal. The best defense is staying vigilant. If you receive a request for personal or financial information from an unknown source, take a moment to verify their legitimacy.

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