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  • Digital Fraud Series - (Part 2 of 2)

    Posted in Board Brief on Feb 26, 2024

    Email Phishing Schemes

    Fraud continues to be rampant. Last month we highlighted new ways your phone is under attack. However, that does not mean scammers have moved away from email to your phone. This Board Brief reminds us phishing scams still abound. They intend to get you to download malware. Remember, malware is designed to steal our passwords, your personal information or control your computer without your knowledge.

    What should you be looking for when you receive an email from an unknown source (or a source that seems legitimate like a vendor or bank)? The first step is to think, do I d...

  • Password Manager Series (Part 5 of 5)

    Posted in Board Brief on Nov 15, 2023

    What are the things I must be aware related to Password Managers (PM)?
    Regardless of PM you use, keeping your Vault login credentials safe and highly unique are vital. Do not give your Vault login credentials to anyone and do not store it electronically (if you can avoid it). The convenience of browser and universal PMs (like Apple, Facebook and Google login) come with an increased level of risk if your login credentials are stolen.

    As for managing the websites you log into and the Apps you use, here are some good practices.

    • Use random, strong, unique passwords.
    • Where possible, let the PM ge...

  • Password Manager Series (Part 4 of 5)

    Posted in Board Brief on Oct 18, 2023

    In nearly all cases, a Password Manager (PM) is better than no PM. However, there are differences between the types of PMs. Which is best for you depends on your online activity and your concern for security.

    • Browser: Chrome, Firefox & Safari all have added a built in PMs. Your login credential to the browser is your access to manage your Vault. They are integrated with the browser and easy to use. Your major risk is if someone gets access to your login credentials to the browser. If they do, they have access to all your login/passwords for your websites.
    • Platform: Your login information is t...