Mobile devices like laptops, smartphones, and tablets are everywhere. And the technology in these devices is advancing at an amazing rate. And as a result, to stay on top of the latest technology and most recent improvements, you may be replacing your devices every year or two. But do you ever think about all your personal data that is stored on each and every one of these devices before you get rid of it? Computers and smartphones aren’t the only...
“Malware, short for “malicious software,” includes any software (such as a virus, Trojan, or spyware) that is installed on your computer or mobile device. The software is then used, usually covertly, to compromise the integrity of your device. Most commonly, malware is designed to give attackers access to your infected computer. That access may allow others to monitor and control your online activity or steal your personal information or other sensitive data.” Most cybercrime starts with malware. Malware, short for...
It may be hard to think about any benefits from COVID, but more companies implementing work-from-home Policies is perhaps one of them. If you’re working from home, even temporarily, here are some things to keep in mind. Take something as simple as your daily commute. For many of us, “commute” now entails a short walk down the hallway. According to a report in Facility Executive, 88% of companies have now required their employees to work from home, and most experts...
Fraudsters are always looking for new ways to separate you from your money. The way they get it is often the same; they send you something that stops you in your tracks, something that gets your emotions up; something alarming, concerning, or that gets your ire up, even something that brings out our best qualities of compassion and willingness to help. They use our emotions to get past our poise and critical thinking.
Cyber Security and Wire Fraud, two terms that are becoming more familiar to people. In day to day operations, most people do not think of Cyber Security, and Cyber Crime is that thing that happens to other people.
Most people have only heard about Fraud and Data Breaches on the news. Today, more people in the Real Estate industry know someone whose computer was infected by a virus or have been involved in wire fraud (either successful or unsuccessful).
You should have policies and procedures in place to classify the information you collect and store, and how to protect consumer information. All sensitive information entered into your production system should be encrypted when saved. And emails you send that contain sensitive inf0rmation should be encrypted before they are sent.
