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Category: Cyber Security
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Cybersecurity: Q&A
Posted on November 27, 2018
Categories: Cyber Security, General
We all know this one - use different passwords and switch them up periodically. While this is a helpful tip to avoid being hacked, there are some questions you may still have on cybersecurity. Luckily, Fairfax State Savings Bank offers a few answers to your existing questions.
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How To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft
Posted on October 18, 2018
Categories: Cyber Security, General
The first step in protecting yourself from identity theft is understanding what identity theft actually is. It’s defined as “the illegal use of someone else’s personal information usually in order to obtain money or credit.”
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Best Practices for Protecting Your Data
Posted on August 20, 2018
Categories: Cyber Security, General
Over the years, cyber hacking has been on the rise - nearly doubling from 2016 to 2017. Out of all of those attacks, 93% of all breaches in 2017 could have been avoided with simple cyber hygiene practices according to Online Trust Alliance. That’s why we’ve decided to give you some updates on the latest cyber security practices!
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Cyber Security for College Students
Posted on July 23, 2018
Categories: Cyber Security, General
So you think you’re all set for your first day of classes. Backpack, books, IPad and smartphone in hand - you think you have everything you need for success this semester. However, learning proper cybersecurity habits are just as important to your college success as the friends you make or the assignments you accomplish.
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Protecting Older Americans Against the Top Scam: IRS Impersonations
Posted on May 22, 2018
Categories: Cyber Security, Financial Education
No age group is immune to scams. It can happen to any age group, income level and gender. Scammers are no respecter to persons when it comes to getting your money. However, seniors should be protective of their finances, as they are more likely to have significant life savings and great credit. They also may be unsure of who to report fraud to, or don’t out of shame. This makes them a great target for scams. Unfortunately, the top scam among older Americans is IRS Impersonations.
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4 Standard Safety Tips for Social Networking
Posted on March 28, 2018
Categories: Cyber Security
“Technology and social media have brought power back to the people,” Mark McKinnon. Whether or not you fully agree with this statement, social media has become ubiquitous to all ages on multiple platforms. It’s not only the pre-teens who are at risk of becoming victimized by hackers, as even corporations are finding themselves in costly predicaments. Because of this, Fairfax State Savings Bank has gathered basic standards that everyone should adopt into their social media...
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Web Security for Small Business Owners - What You Need to Know
Posted on December 28, 2017
Categories: Business Banking, Cyber Security, Financial Education
It’s a typical day for a local real estate agent, until the click of an email threatens the entire business. Large corporations, small businesses and as shown in recent days, not even the government is immune to cyber-attacks.
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Cyber Security 101 - Learning the Basics to Keep Yourself Protected
Posted on November 28, 2017
Categories: Cyber Security, Financial Education
Welcome to Cyber Security 101. Grab your pen and paper, it’s time to take some notes about cyber security! While there won’t be a test at the end, there are real-world consequences to disregarding your online security. You wouldn’t want your personal information in the hands of the wrong person.
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Protecting Yourself While Shopping Online this Holiday Season
Posted on November 28, 2017
Categories: Cyber Security
As the holidays roll up, buying items online increases exponentially. Unfortunately, cyber-attacks and identity theft also increases with that number. That’s why the professionals at Fairfax State Savings Bank have come up with some helpful tips and tricks to stay safe when shopping online this holiday season!
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Tips for Cyber-Security When it comes to Your Mobile Device
Posted on October 4, 2017
Categories: Cyber Security, Online Services, Website
Odds are you’re probably reading this blog post on your cell phone, which you found through an app on your smartphone and then used it to get directions to Fairfax State Savings Bank. Seventy-seven percent of Americans now own a smartphone and use it on a daily basis. With so many people accessing, searching and downloading things on their cell phones, are we really using the same caution and protection we would use when it comes to our computers? Odds also are, you’re not. With a...