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Working From Home? Don’t Fall for This “Phony” Call
The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has caused a massive shift in the number of employees who are working remotely. From a cybercriminal’s...
Exploiting the Coronavirus: Watch out for These Scams!
Look out! The bad guys are preying on your fear and sending all sorts of scams related to the Coronavirus...
WiFi? Why Not? VPN is your friend
Using free public WiFi at a coffee shop or airport hot spot is great for convenience, but bad for security. Most free access points do not make use of...
Look Before You Book, or You’ll Cry After You Buy
If you’re planning a trip soon, there are some things you should consider. For starters, is that dirt cheap flight to Tokyo too good to be true? Probably so,...
Staying Safe Around Always Listening Devices
With the overwhelming popularity of always-listening devices such as Alexa, Google Home, and smartphones, you’ve probably heard stories of these devices...
Post-Holiday Shopping Scam
The holiday season has come and gone, but the bad guys are here to stay. Scammers are still using holiday shopping deals to lure you...
Holiday Shopping Safety Tips
Be aware of the following scams and safety tips to protect yourself this holiday...
10 Tips to Fight Fraud this Holiday Season
While the season of cheer, joy, and family and friends are only a few weeks away, big spending and gift giving brings opportunities for fraudsters to spoil the...
Practice Safe Social Media Practices to Protect Yourself and Your Business
Share these tips to guide employee social media activity to help protect their personal information and that of your institution. Start with social media...
Minnesota Lakes Bank and ICBA Provide Tips for Safeguarding Sensitive Data
In recognition of National Cybersecurity Month in October, Minnesota Lakes Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) are reminding...
Cybersecurity: A Small Business Guide
The news often reports on incidents involving large corporations facing massive data breaches where the personal information of millions of consumers was...
8 Cybersecurity Tips for Your Small Business
Today, cybersecurity tips for small businesses should not be taken lightly. If you are like millions of small-business owners in America, you probably cannot...