Use Bluetooth? Protect Yourself from Hacking Scams
Cell phone users are increasingly turning to Bluetooth technology to talk - hands free - on their phones. But as this high tech tool gains popularity in the US and Canada, scammers are finding ways to...
View ArticleWays To Protect Yourself From Malware
Your computer: It's something you simply can’t live without. If you're like most people, you store years of memories in its picture files. It gives you instant access to a wide range of knowledge, both...
View ArticleWhat Every Merchant Needs to Know About PCI Compliance
Almost daily, theft of identities and personal information is reported in the news. When your customers offer their bankcard at the point of sale, over the Internet, on the phone or through the mail,...
View ArticleWhat is ACH Fraud?
ACH fraud is the theft of funds through the Automated Clearing House financial transaction network. The ACH network acts as the central clearing facility for all Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT)...
View ArticleWhat is Identity Theft?
Identity theft – or perhaps more accurately, identity fraud – occurs when someone uses your personal information, your Social Security Number (SSN) or birth date, for example, to pose as you and then...
View ArticleWhat is Impersonation in Social Engineering?
No matter how secure a system is, there's always a way to break in. Hackers and malicious social engineers are turning to the weakest part of the infrastructure – the people – who are often the...
View ArticleWhat is Malware and How do I Avoid Becoming Infected?
Online sales and services, social networking, and the availability of information on the Internet have grown tremendously over the past decade. It's not surprising that as the Internet becomes more and...
View ArticleWhat Taxpayers Should Know about Identity Theft and Taxes
Protecting taxpayers and their tax refunds from identity theft is a top priority for the IRS. This year the IRS expanded its efforts to better protect taxpayers and help victims dealing with this...
View ArticleWhat to do if you experience fraud
Cybercriminals are targeting the financial accounts of owners and employees of small and medium sized businesses, resulting in significant business disruption and substantial monetary losses due to...
View ArticleWhat’s the Difference between ACH and Wire Transfers?
In today's digital economy, many people prefer to receive employment compensation through direct deposit. They also find it more convenient to pay bills and send money electronically rather than using...
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