Security
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February Security Awareness Newsletter
Sweet Talk and Empty Wallet: Romance Fueled Investment Scams
For the month of February, we are highlights the alarming rise of “pig butchering” scams, where fraudsters blend romance and investment schemes to deceive victims. These scams often start on dating apps, with perpetrators building trust before introducing fake cryptocurrency investments, leading to significant financial losses. Stay informed and learn how you can protect yourself by reading the full security awareness newsletter!
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January Security Awareness Newsletter
Smart Home Devices: Lock Them Down Before Cyber Criminals Do
Securing smart home devices isn’t just about protecting the gadgets themselves; it’s about safeguarding your entire household. Cyber attackers often look for the weakest devices they can find and start there. Once compromised, a cyber attacker can use a hacked device to access other devices on your home network, steal sensitive data, or even unlock your doors. Learn more, including Five Things You Can Do to Secure Your Smart Home Devices here in the latest Security Newsletter.
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November Security Awareness Newsletter
Don’t Let Cybercriminals Swipe Your Savings: Lock Down Your Financial Accounts!
Cybercriminals are constantly on the lookout for opportunities to get access to your money, and one mistake can lead to significant financial loss. Explore why you need to secure your financial accounts and 5 steps to help keep your accounts safe from cyber attacks.
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September Security Awareness Newsletter
Phantom Voices: Defend Against Voice Cloning Attacks
Take steps to protect yourself against Voice Cloning Attacks with the latest post from SANS Security Awareness. Just being aware that voice cloning is now possible and becoming easier for cyber-attackers to do. Some steps you can take to protect yourself include…
September Security Awareness: Phantom Voices: Defend Against Voice Cloning Attacks
August Security Awareness Newsletter
Guard Your Heart (and Wallet) Against Romance Scams
Romance scams lead to significant emotional and financial damage, making them one of the most harmful scams. It’s not just about protecting your finances, and personal information but also guarding your heart.
August Security Awareness: Guard Your Heart (and wallet) Against Romance Scams
July Security Awareness Newsletter
Text Messaging Attacks: A Smishing Saga
Messaging attacks, occur when cyber attackers use SMS, texting, or similar messaging technologies to trick you into taking an action you should not take, such as giving up your credit card or bank account password or installing a fake mobile app. Learn more about Smishing and some tips to stay ahead of this new phishing tactic.
July Security Awareness: Text Messaging Attacks: A Smishing Saga
June Security Awareness Newsletter
Simple Steps to Make Your Vacation Cybersecure
The summer season is upon us, and soon millions of people will be traveling all over the world. If you are going on vacation, here are some travel tips to help keep you cyber savvy and safe.
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May Security Awareness Newsletter
Top 3 Ways Cyberattackers Target You
Social engineering attacks, in which adversaries trick people into doing something they shouldn’t, are one of the most common methods that cyber attackers use to target people. Explore the May newsletter to learn about the Top 3 Ways Cyberattackers Target You and how you can protect yourself against it.
May Security Awareness Newsletter: Top 3 Ways Cyberattackers Target You
March Security Awareness Newsletter
Messaging Do’s and Don’ts
Messaging serves as a primary mode of communication in both our personal and professional lives. Learn the most common mistakes people make and how you can avoid them in your day-to-day lives.
March Security Awareness Newsletter: Messaging Do’s and Don’ts
Secure Your Business
Cybersecurity for Your Business
Learn valuable Cyber Security Awareness tips from Partners Bank with info provided by CISA.gov on Secure Business practices online.
Take Steps to Secure Your Business from CISA.Gov
February Security Awareness Newsletter
Identity Theft: Preventing, Detecting, and Responding
Early detection is one of the most powerful ways you can protect yourself. The sooner you detect your identity is being used by someone else, the sooner you can act. Some of the most common indications of identity theft include:
FebruarySecurity Awareness – Identity Theft: Preventing, Detecting, and Responding
January Security Awareness Newsletter
QR Codes
Have you ever wondered what those squares of dots or bars called “QR codes” are all about? You most likely have seen them posted on websites, printed on posters, used as mobile tickets, or on restaurant tables. How do these work, and are there risks you should be worried about? Let’s find out.
January Security Awareness – QR Codes
Email Safety Practices
How to Spot Spam and Tips for Maintaining Email Security
Email Safety is important to all online users. Spam, Phishing and Spear Phishing are regular targets. Learn more on how to protect yourself and your email.
Email Safety Practices
Computer Health Practices
Tips for Maintaining Your Computers Health & Security
The Internet is a powerful and useful tool, but in the same way that you shouldn’t drive without buckling your seat belt, you shouldn’t venture online without taking some basic precautions. Learn more tips and tricks here!
Computer Health Practices
Prevent Identity Theft
Tips for Maintaining Your Computers Health & Security
Together, we can head off identity theft and account fraud before they ever happen. Stop by and chat with our team or click to learn more if you have any questions or concerns about protecting your financial identity.
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Information & Resources for Those in Need
Help is available to those in need. Please read more and help prevent Adult Abuse in Maine.
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