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...
The importance of a robust cybersecurity program cannot be overstated in today’s world. The risks associated with cyber threats are ever-present and evolving for businesses, especially small to medium-sized enterprises. Sunwest Bank understands the critical nature of these threats and is committed to helping businesses protect their sensitive data and maintain the trust of their customers. This comprehensive guide outlines the essential components of a cybersecurity program and emphasizes why safeguarding your business and being prepared is absolutely critical. The Growing Importance of Cybersecurity Understanding Cyber Threats Cyber threats are diverse and constantly changing, targeting businesses of all sizes. From data breaches to...
Does your company keep sensitive data — Social Security numbers, credit reports, account numbers, health records, or business secrets? If so, then you’ve probably instituted safeguards to protect that information, whether it’s stored in computers or on paper. That’s not only good business, but may be required by law....
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....
According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), Business Email Compromise (BEC) schemes have caused at least $5.3 billion in total losses over the past three years to approximately 24,000 organizations around the world. The average loss per victim is about $218,000. Companies of all sizes and types are targeted leaving a long wake of financial and emotional damage....
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...