Tips For Preventing Cyber Fraud
This checklist summarizes common cyber fraud prevention tactics, including tips and best practices. You may be following some of these recommendations now, while others may be new. In addition to prevention tips, we also include actions to take if you suspect that your personal information has been compromised.
- Follow general best practices
- Keep your technology up to date
- Be cautious with public networks
- Be strategic with your login credentials and passwords
- Be sure you’re on a secure website
- Beware of phishing
Cybercrime and fraud are serious threats and constant vigilance is key. While PDS plays an important role in helping protect your assets, you can also take action to protect yourself and help secure your information. Read Tips for Preventing Fraud.
Important resources:
- Visit these sites for more information and best practices:
- StaySafeOnline.org: Review the STOP. THINK. CONNECT™ cybersecurity educational campaign.
- OnGuardOnline.gov: Focused on online security for kids, it includes a blog on current cyber trends.
- FDIC Consumer Assistance & Information, https://www.fdic.gov/consumers/assistance/index.html.
- FBI Scams and Safety provides additional tips, https://www.fbi.gov/scams-and-safety.
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