Tag: cybersecurity

Protecting Your Personal Information After a Data Breach

In today’s world of prolific online hackers, we all need to exercise due diligence to protect our personal information. The last few years have seen several massive hacks, including the Equifax data breach announced in September 2017. What can you do to protect yourself from hackers? And if your information was taken from Equifax several… Read more »

Steer Clear of Coronavirus Cyber Scams

The COVID-19 pandemic has provided cybercriminals a new way to scam people. Phishing e-mails that target those fearful of the coronavirus are appearing in consumer in-boxes worldwide, as are appeals from phony charities preying on people’s good intentions. Here’s what you need to know about coronavirus cyber scams. Types of coronavirus cyber scams Scammers send… Read more »

More Than You Bargained For: Avoiding Online Shopping Scams

Most consumers realize they need to watch out for shopping scams. Yet bad actors continually find new and more clever ways to rip people off. When shopping for items online, avoid getting fleeced with these preventative steps. Trying to earn your trust Scammers work hard to get you to trust that their email or text… Read more »

Creating Strong Online Passwords

Cyber hacking of consumers’ online data has become so common that strong passwords are now essential. What elements make for a strong password? Here are some simple security tips to protect your personal data from being hacked. The most basic cyber security Passwords are just one aspect of keeping your online personal data safe. You… Read more »