Cyber Resilient
Identifying and Avoiding Phone Scams
Every year, people report fraud, identity theft and bad business practices to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and law enforcement partners. According to FTC data, more than 2.8 million people reported fraud in 2021, and 1 in 4 said they also lost money. The median loss in scams that start with a call is $1,200, higher than any other contact
10 WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST CYBERATTACKS
Cyberattacks are becoming more prevalent and sophisticated each year. With so much of daily life conducted online, it’s more important than ever to protect yourself from cybercriminals. Here are 10 ways to help stay safe from scammers: These are only some of the ways you can stay safe online. Reach out to learn more about cyberattacks, including what to do
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. During this annual event, government and industry leaders come together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity. This year’s campaign theme is “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.” This theme was selected to empower both individuals and organizations to take ownership of their unique role in promoting cybersecurity, with the key message being, “If you
Why It’s Essential to Be Cyber Resilient in a COVID-19 World
On average, hacking attempts happen every 39 seconds to electronic devices connected to the internet, according to the University of North Georgia. Even worse, this rate has greatly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic since more people are now using the internet. Many cybercriminals are using the COVID-19 subject to lure people into clicking on malicious links, opening spam messages, and
