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Let’s get back to the basics! Cybersecurity is important for everyone, whether you use the Internet daily or weekly. If you’ve never considered the best security tactics for the cyber world, hold on tight and pay close attention as we run through the biggest pillars of cybersecurity. What is Cybersecurity? Cybersecurity is the act or
Did you know that an alarming 73 percent of all Americans have become victims to some type of cyber crime? We are constantly glued to our devices; whether we’re checking emails or browsing social media, we have so much to do with so little time. Are we really paying close attention to ensure our personal
We all know this one – use different passwords and switch them up periodically. While this is a helpful tip to avoid being hacked, there are some questions you may still have on cybersecurity. Luckily, we offer a few answers to your existing questions. Question: How can I protect my personal information from an attack?
So you think you’re all set for your first day of classes. Backpack, books, IPad and smartphone in hand – you think you have everything you need for success this semester. However, learning proper cybersecurity habits are just as important to your college success as the friends you make or the assignments you accomplish. You’re
“Technology and social media have brought power back to the people,” Mark McKinnon. Whether or not you fully agree with this statement, social media has become ubiquitous to all ages on multiple platforms. It’s not only the pre-teens who are at risk of becoming victimized by hackers, as even corporations are finding themselves in costly
No age group is immune to scams. It can happen to any age group, income level and gender. Scammers are no respecter to persons when it comes to getting your money. However, seniors should be protective of their finances, as they are more likely to have significant life savings and great credit. They also may
Whether you are traveling for work or pleasure, the last thing you want to battle with is having your cyber-security compromised. If knowledge is power, Iowa State Bank & Trust Company of Fairfield has created a list of potential threats to your private information and steps to prevent damage while away from home. Before You
Odds are you’re probably reading this blog post on your cell phone, which you found through an app on your smartphone and then used it to get directions to Iowa State Bank of Fairfield. Seventy-seven percent of Americans now own a smartphone and use it on a daily basis. With so many people accessing, searching
Online shopping safety tips from MS-ISAC (Multi-State Information Sharing & Analysis Center): As Cyber Monday and the season for online shopping quickly approaches, it’s worth taking a few moments to ensure you’re not giving the gift of your personal or financial information to online criminals! Identity theft, scams, frauds, and malware infections are serious problems
Picture this: You’re sitting at home, watching your favorite Janet Yellen video clips on YouTube. You’ve got your big bowl of organic popcorn, a glass of free-range grapefruit soda and your cozy gluten-free slippers. Janet’s just begun her testimony before the House Financial Services Committee, and you can barely contain your excitement… Suddenly, the phone
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