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The Fake Vacation E-mail That Could Drain Your Bank Account

LAN Infotech

People Are Distracted: Whether theyre in the middle of work or excited about an upcoming trip, theyre less likely to double-check an e-mails authenticity. Enable Multifactor Authentication (MFA) Even if credentials are stolen, MFA adds an extra layer of security. Its Not Just Personal Its a business risk too.

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Inside Look: How Hackers Use AI To Attack Your Business

LAN Infotech

Adapt language and tone to sound authentic. Example: Imagine receiving an e-mail that looks like its from your bank. ” Heres where the attack happens: If you click the link, it takes you to a fake website designed to look exactly like your banks login page. Craft e-mails that mimic real contacts or brands.

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Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts

Erwood Group

Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts Securing online accounts has never been more critical. This is where Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) comes into play.

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MFA vs. 2FA: What’s the Difference? 

Pure Storage

by Pure Storage Blog Summary Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and two-factor authentication (2FA) are account login processes that add extra layers of security to protect users’ and customers’ accounts from unauthorized access. Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a single layer of security to an account. What Is 2FA?

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Take this cybersecurity preparedness quiz to test your IT security smarts

Online Computers

Organizations must maintain good cyber hygiene by following policies and procedures on data confidentiality, password management and multifactor authentication, social engineering attempts, permissible access and use, and bring your own device setups. You receive an email from a bank claiming you won $20,000. C-level executives.

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Money at Risk: Finance & Data Security in the Digital Age

NexusTek

Getting a sense that their bank, lender, or investment firm has weak security can drive customers to close their accounts and switch to a competitor. Customers increasingly demand access to their financial information through online and mobile platforms, with 61% of customers currently using some form of online banking each week 7.

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Risks Associated With Business Task Automation and How to Mitigate Them

LogisManager

For example, financial institutions like banks must protect their customer data or they face fines. Strong security layers and multifactor authentication reduce the risk of misuse or unauthorized access. Understanding the main BTA risks lets risk managers use proactive strategies and tools to address gaps.