Security Tips

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

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Online Safety for Kids: Guide to Keeping Your Children Safe in the Digital World Children’s online safety has been a paramount concern ever since easy access to the internet become so prevalent. The internet is a valuable tool for education and social interactions but also harbors risks that can threaten your child’s well-being. From cyberbullying to online predators, the dangers are real and ever-present. If even the smartest adults can fall victim to online scams and fraud, children are especially susceptible. This comprehensive guide aims to provide parents with actionable tips and insights to...

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 of 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 cyber threats....

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....

Insider Threats and the Hidden Risk Inside Your Organization

02 Mar Understanding Insider Threats

Posted at 13:33h in Security Tips, Small Business Security

Understanding Insider Threats Insider threats represent a significant and growing risk to organizations of all sizes. Unlike external threats, which come from outside the organization in the form of business email compromise fraud, impersonation fraud, and much more, an insider threat originates from within and can be far more challenging to detect and mitigate. These threats can involve sabotage, theft, espionage, fraud, and competitive advantage, all carried out by a current or former employee with authorized access to sensitive information or critical assets. What is an Insider Threat? An insider threat is any risk posed by individuals within the organization who have the...

02 Mar How to Use Social Media Safely

Posted at 11:32h in Information Security Awareness, Security Tips

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....

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