protect against cyber crime
Protecting your data, networks and computer systems against the threat of cyber attacks has become more important than ever before. The Federal Trade Commission reports that digital theft of information has surpassed physical theft as the most commonly reported form of fraud. And the cost to you or your business is substantial. More than 800,000 cyber crimes were reported to the FBI in 2022 at an estimated total lost of more than $10 billion.
Cybersecurity Starts With You
The best defense against cyber attacks is staying informed. Horicon Bank is here to help. We want to help raise awareness with our customers and communities around cyber issues and ways to protect yourself.
- The National Cyber Security Alliance calls passwords the "keys to your digital castle." Check out these tips on how to protect your castle by creating strong passwords.
Stay #CyberAware While On The Go
- Stop.Think.Connect and the National Cyber Security Alliance offer helpful tips for staying safe on your mobile devices.
- 8 Signs Your Phone has a Virus (and what to do about it)
- Check out this Mobile Device Cybersecurity Checklist from the Federal Cybersecurity Infrastructure and Security Agency
- The FBI reports that millions of elderly Americans fall victim to financial fraud each year. Scammers use common tactics like the romance scam, Grandparent scam or government impersonation scam. Learn more about how to protect yourself and your loved ones from these common schemes.
Cybersecurity for your business
Ten Cybersecurity Tips For Your Business
- The Federal Communications Commission provides ten simple tips about educating employees, securing your Wi-Fi and best practices on payment cards to help your business.
- The FBI explains Business Email Compromise (one of the most financially damaging online scams) and how to protect your business from falling victim.
The Cyber and Infrastructure Security Agency explains how malicious software can be used to encrypt your files while cyber criminals demand ransom in exchanges for decryption. CISA also provides resources for preventing ransomware attacks and how to respond if an attack happens to your business.
More Cybersecurity Resources from Horicon Bank
Be sure to follow our Facebook page and blog for the latest cybersecurity news and updates from Horicon Bank. Check out these recent articles:
- Go Green to Save Green: Digital Options to Protect Against Fraud
- Mail Fraud and Check Washing Schemes on The Rise
- Business Email Compromise
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Spoofing and Phishing
- Four Fraud Protection Tips
- Caller ID Spoofing
- Common Types of Scams
- Identity Theft Awareness
- Staying Safe on Public Wifi
- Banking on Business Podcast: Business Fraud Prevention