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In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and the nation’s community banks are offering valuable tips to help you protect your sensitive financial information and minimize the risk of cyber threats. While no method is completely foolproof, you can significantly reduce the risk of online identity theft by following these tips: • Never respond to unsolicited requests for personal info like banking IDs, passwords, or account numbers, even if they seem legitimate. • Create strong, unique passwords for each account. Use a password manager and change them regularly. • Enable multifactor authentication for an extra security layer, such as a mobile code or authenticator app. • Guard against phishing by double-checking senders and avoiding unknown links in suspicious emails or texts. • Keep software updated to protect against security vulnerabilities. • Regularly monitor your accounts for unusual activity and report suspicious transactions immediately. Member FDIC.

We’ve all received robo calls.. 🤖 Let’s consider you receive a call from someone claiming to be from your bank, asking for your account details to resolve suspicious activity flagged on your credit card. What should be your first step? 𝗔. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗹𝘆. 𝗕. 𝗔𝘀𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿. 𝗖. 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁. 𝗗. 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗱. Have some additional thoughts? Comment your answer below and let’s discuss. 🤝 #CyberSecurity #Vishing #CyberSecurityAwareness #CyberAlberta

Interesting! What’s your reponse to Robo calls? A robocall is an automated phone call that uses a pre-recorded message delivered by a computer or automated system. These calls are typically made to large numbers of recipients simultaneously and can serve various purposes, such as Telemarketing, Political Campaigns, Emergency Alerts, Scams and Fraud, Reminders and Notifications. #CyberSecurity #Vishing #CyberSecurityAwareness #CyberAlberta

Banks handle vast amounts of sensitive financial information and large-scale transactions daily, making them prime targets for cybercrime. And they can pay. While general knowledge about #phishing is essential, bankers must be particularly vigilant about the unique tactics and risks tailored to their field. This article by BforeAI CSO, Dimitri Chichlo, explores four critical aspects of phishing that every banker needs to know to safeguard their operations, protect client data, and maintain the integrity of financial systems. Give it a read here: https://lnkd.in/ecsDPtmn #cybersecurity #financialservices #banks

Cybersecurity is top of mind for everyone, both professionally and personally. This checklist is a valuable tool that can be an excellent reference as you do you shopping, banking, or socializing online. It’s a good idea to print it out and keep it by your computer so these steps and tips stay top-of-mind. It’s also worth sharing this with friends and family, so they too can learn how to stay cyber safe.

🚨 With the alleged recent financial services hack by the cyber extortion group N4ughtySec, are you confident you know the steps to protect yourself and your business against cyber extortion? 🚨 Cyber extortion groups like these are a serious threat, targeting vulnerabilities and exposing sensitive financial data. The below article by MyBroadband highlights the severity and impact of these attacks on South African businesses and individuals. At Fennec Alert, we help businesses strengthen their defenses. If you're ready to take proactive steps to secure your business, reach out to us. We can guide you through Cyber Risk Assessments and Cyber Literacy Training, so you’re prepared and protected against these evolving threats. Let’s make cybersecurity a priority. Secure your business today! #Cybersecurity #CyberRisk #CyberAwareness #FennecAlert

I have had the pleasure of spending the week with Dimitri Chichlo this week, and he is the real deal. He understands the #cybersecurity challenges business leaders face and how to prioritize and address them. In this blog article, Dimitri breaks down the pain points around #phishing for the #financialservices business leader in your life who doesn't really "get it".

ISM GRID Cyber Tip - Here’s the truth about Bank Fraud.💸 Think your business bank account is as safe as your personal one? Think again! 😳 If hackers steal from your business account, your bank might not cover the loss. Don’t believe it? Ask your bank! ❗Protect yourself: 1. Enable two-factor authentication. 2️. Get a crime policy to cover stolen funds. 3️. Verbal confirmation is required for wires, and alerts for large transactions are set up. Want to make sure your business is secure? Let’s chat for 10 minutes. https://lnkd.in/eSpj8p6W #BusinessBanking #CyberSecurity #FraudProtection #bankingissues #cybersecuritytip #riskmanagement #business

Cyber security literacy should be the first line of defense for anyone looking to protect themselves or their business against cyber crime. Most people don't even know where to start when a breach like below occurs. Thank you Fennec Alert for sharing!

Why Cyber Insecurity Should Be Your Top Concern in 2024 and Beyond 1. Increasing Sophistication of Attacks: Cyber-attacks are becoming more advanced and harder to detect, increasing the risk of undetected breaches. 2. Financial Loss: Cyber criminals can steal your money, causing severe financial problems. 3. Data Breaches: Hackers steal personal info, leading to loss of privacy and trust. 4. Reputation Damage: A cyber-attack can ruin your reputation, causing loss of customers. 5. Operational Disruption: Ransomware can shut down operations, resulting in downtime. 6. Legal Trouble: Not protecting data can lead to heavy fines and legal issues. 7. Identity Theft: Stolen info can be used for fraud/impersonation, causing harm, reputational damage, and financial loss. Protect yourself! #CyberSecurity #StaySafe #DataProtection #CyberAwareness #StaySecure #OnlineSafety #DigitalSecurity #CyberThreats #PrivacyMatters