SAFE
SAFE (Security Awareness for Everyone) is a program to increase awareness about cybersecurity. Raising awareness and changing behavior so you can practice safe computing habits; make smart, informed decisions about information security; and share in protecting your business
New Fraud Risk Reported
May 19, 2021
Fraudulent mortgage payoff communications are circulating, and you need to be on the lookout! Read the Alert! to find out what to look for and how to confirm the information on communications you may receive. Read more >>>
Your Springtime Digital Refresh
April 21, 2021
Spring is in the air! And while you’re busy giving everything around you a physical spring cleaning, don’t forget your digital spring cleaning. Whether you’ve been working from home, your office, or just spending more time on all your digital devices, there’s been a lot going on. Take some time to follow these easy tips to declutter, update and secure all your digital devices and any data stored on them, so you’re ready for whatever you do or wherever you'll be going next. Read more >>>
New Malicious Hacking Tool Impersonating DocuSign
April 13, 2021
The bad guys have a new hacking tool and are creating fake emails and documents that look like they are from DocuSign to trick you into downloading malware onto your computer. Read this SAFE Alert! to learn how this new hacking tool works, and what you can do to detect the fake email before you ever click your way into their trap. Read more >>>
Phishing - You are a target
March 24, 2021
Phishing continues to be a threat for businesses and individuals. Delivering malware, directing victims to malicious sites to steal data, dollars, and sometimes your identity. An email can even trick us into entering our user names and passwords into fake Google, PayPal, and banking sites. There's so much to think about every time you open an email, but there are signs that can help you recognize a possible phishing email before you rush to click that link or open that document. Read more >>>
CyberBreach Fine for Lender
March 15, 2021
Even if you are not one of the covered entities doing business in New York or with their residents, the current SAFE Alert! is a very good reminder that having good cybersecurity controls and protecting your customer's sensitive data appropriately is just good for business. From one successful phishing attack to several process failures, they all add up to a lesson for anyone who is responsible for their customer's personal information, no matter where you are. Read more >>>
Tax Time Reminders
February 26, 2021
It's tax time, and the scammers are out. So, now is a good time to do a quick security check and stay alert for tax time fraudsters. This SAFE Tip Sheet is a reminder to stay aware of common tax time scams and tips to protect yourself and keep your personal information secure during this (stressful) tax season. Read more >>>
