The Internet is now very secure for credit card use, far more so than for everyday use, where you hand your card over without thought to waiters and store clerks, and far safer than giving out your credit card number over the phone....
Identity theft, data loss and malware infections are increasing as a result of widespread social media use. Social media includes social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter, blogs, community sites and email....
Surviving Disaster Fraud & Recognizing Scams Whenever natural disasters occur, unfortunately, scams inevitably follow. These fraudulent activities can target individuals and businesses, exploiting disasters' chaos and vulnerability. Sunwest Bank is here to provide our clients with the knowledge and tools to protect themselves from these malicious schemes that target those who have just had their entire lives changed or kind people hoping to help those in need. Here’s how to survive disaster assistance scams and ensure your safety and financial security. Recognizing Common Disaster Relief Scams Disaster scams come in many forms, from fake charities to impersonation schemes. Being aware of these scams...
There a vast number of myths and misconceptions about safe web browsing circling around. How many have you fallen for? Let’s take a look at the top five....
Follow these 10 tips to ensure a safe and pleasant online shopping experience: Trust your instincts, make sure the Internet connection is secure, know who you're dealing with and understand the terms of the deal, know what you buying, know what it will cost, use the safest payment method, keep detailed records, and protect your personal and financial information, inspect your purchase, and avoid online shopping scams....
A Facebook scam highlighted the threats posed to the millions of users of the popular social network. Security experts say users of social networks and Facebook, in particular, have high confidence in the links and information shared there. Attackers are constantly trying to take advantage of the high levels of behavioral trust, according to security firm BitDefender. While Facebook has security teams and automated systems to detect suspicious activity and contain threats quickly, third-party app baits, spam, Likejacking and other activities persist, said Catalin Cosoi, head of the online threats lab at BitDefender. Here are six signs you may have...