Security Tips

02 Mar Protect Yourself from Keyloggers

Posted at 14:26h in Cyber Tips, Security Tips

Securing sensitive information has never been more critical in today's interconnected world, where digital transactions are the backbone of business operations. At Sunwest Bank, we understand that your financial and personal data safety is paramount. Cybercriminals continually evolve their tactics, and one of the most insidious threats we face today is keylogging. This guide will provide essential tips and strategies to protect yourself and your business from keyloggers, ensuring your online activities remain secure and confidential. Understanding Keyloggers: The Silent Threat Keyloggers are malicious software designed to record every keystroke you make on your computer or mobile device. Whether you're logging into...

02 Mar Protect your PoS environment from attacks

Posted at 14:16h in Security Tips, Small Business Security

Protect Your Point of Sale (POS) Environment from Cyber Attacks Your point-of-sale (POS) system is the beating heart of your business. It's where every sale rings up and where customer trust is secured with each transaction. But as essential as POS systems are, they also, to the surprise of many business owners, represent a prime target for cybercriminals. With high-profile data breaches making headlines across industries, it’s vital to ask yourself: “How secure is my POS environment, and what steps can I take to protect my business from a point-of-sale cyber-attack?” At Sunwest Bank, we are committed to helping you understand...

Protect your Business from Corporate Account Takeover

02 Mar Corporate Account Takeover

Posted at 14:12h in Security Tips, Small Business Security

What would you do if you suddenly noticed that huge chunks of money had been drained from your business account into overseas accounts? Unfortunately, online criminals are using increasingly sophisticated techniques to commit payments fraud against commercial business accounts....

02 Mar Bluetooth Device Security & Hacks

Posted at 14:07h in Cyber Tips, Security Tips

Did you know a cybercriminal can gain access to your phone without touching it? When Bluetooth is activated on your phone, a malicious individual can connect to it, run a code and gain full control of it, ultimately viewing keys and passwords....

Password Management: How to Create a Strong Password

02 Mar The Importance of Creating & Using Strong Passwords

Posted at 13:57h in Cyber Tips, Security Tips

With the widespread use of computers and mobile devices, password security has become an important part of computer security. Bank, email and social networking accounts store personal information--such as date of birth, address and even credit card numbers--which are protected only by a password....

02 Mar Parents, do you know what your children are doing online?

Posted at 13:52h in Family Safety, Security Tips

As parents, we want to trust that our children will do the right thing or stand up to peer pressure, but it’s not always that simple. Traversing cyberspace is a useful tool for education and social interactions; however, there are perils on the web that can threaten your child’s well-being. Their online postings should be carefully considered so they do not lead to unintended consequences. Reputations can be harmed causing potential problems with school admissions, relatives or future employment. Cyberbullying is another threat. Sexual predators and pornography are worrisome as well. With all these dangers, what can a parent do to...

02 Mar Online Shopping Tips

Posted at 13:49h in Information Security Awareness, Security Tips

There is good news and bad news for consumers that shop online or use a retailer’s custom mobile application....

Online Privacy: What information are you sharing?

02 Mar Maximizing Online Privacy

Posted at 13:45h in Information Security Awareness, Security Tips

A Comprehensive Guide to Online Data Protection and Privacy It’s no doubt our lives are increasingly intertwined with the online world. This convenience comes with a responsibility: safeguarding our personal information online. Online security threats including breaches, scams, and all kinds of fraud pose significant risks, especially regarding our financial well-being. At Sunwest Bank, we understand the importance of data protection and go above and beyond to secure your personal and financial information. This comprehensive guide will empower you to navigate the online landscape with confidence. We'll delve into the three pillars of data protection, explore different data types, and equip you...

02 Mar What is Mobile Device Security?

Posted at 13:41h in Cyber Tips, Security Tips

Mobile Device Security: Protecting Your Business in the Digital Age Starting with the clunky Motorola DynaTAC, to the beloved Blackberry, and on to the iPhone, people have always loved the convenience of a mobile device. The ability for advanced smartphones to connect to the internet and things like Bluetooth grew this love and smartphones and other mobile devices have become integral to our daily lives. From entertainment to communication, networking to shopping, and especially in banking, the prevalence of mobile devices has soared. However, this rise has also brought about a significant challenge: securing these devices against an ever-evolving array of cyberthreats....

02 Mar Online Transaction Security

Posted at 13:36h in Information Security Awareness, Security Tips

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....

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