Cybersecurity
Ransomware has become one of the most dangerous cyber threats in recent years, targeting individuals, businesses, and even financial institutions. […]
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Social engineering is one of the most effective tools cybercriminals use to bypass security measures and exploit human psychology. Instead […]
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If you’ve received a letter that says your home warranty is about to expire, you may be the target of […]
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Cyber threats continue to rise, making traditional passwords insufficient in protecting financial assets. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a key security […]
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In today’s digital world, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) face an increased risk of cyber threats due to their wealth and online […]
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In today’s digital world, identity theft is a growing concern. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported an alarming […]
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Although advanced technology has introduced many ways to make payments and send money, not everyone has stopped writing checks, so […]
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Fraud is a significant threat to small businesses. According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), fraud losses cost […]
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Summer is a time for relaxation, vacation, and fun, but it can also be a time for cyberattacks. Hackers and […]
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America’s Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) provided tips to protect Small Businesses against cyber-attacks. Small businesses are often targets […]
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Fake apps are unauthorized applications that mimic the appearance and functionality of legitimate apps. These deceptive clones are usually created […]
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Since Covid, in-person shopping has significantly transitioned into online shopping. The risk of online scams has risen steadily year over […]
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In March 2022, the Biden Administration released an Executive Order that prioritized strengthening cybersecurity and modernization of defenses and security […]
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March Madness is an exciting time that brings diehards and casual fans together for a common goal: filling in the […]
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Millions fall prey to fraud and scams each year, typically initiated through deceptive emails, text messages, or phone calls posing […]
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Cyber security awareness is essential in our day-to-day on-line activities however this time of year, as tax season is about […]
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If you are like most people, your cell phone is the key to most of your sensitive information. It has […]
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A new cyber threat that impacts individuals and organizations has developed, with financial transactions completed on digital platforms or by […]
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Every year, people lose both money and personal information to tax scams. At First Western Trust, we encourage clients to […]
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Identity (ID) theft is when someone uses your private information to commit fraud, typically for financial gain, without your permission. […]
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Check fraud is a rampant problem for financial institutions, businesses, and people that use checks. Checks often fall into the […]
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Mail theft-related check fraud generally pertains to the fraudulent negotiation of checks stolen from the U.S. Mail. Fraud, including check […]
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People lose money and personal information every year because of tax scams. First Western Trust encourages clients to be vigilant […]
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Many of our clients have chosen to use checks as little as possible, in fact some do not use them […]
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According to Akamai, a leading U.S. cybersecurity and cloud service provider, more than 80% of attackers are aiming their attacks […]
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Did you know that hackers utilize password dictionaries? These dictionaries contain commonly used weak passwords: is your password on this […]
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What is NPI? First Western Trust (FWT) defines NPI as any personal information gathered while doing business, such as: address, […]
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Passwords, including PINs and passphrases, are used daily for online banking, email, and other platforms where personal information is stored, […]
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Credit cards and other digital payment methods are so prevalent today that checks may seem like a relic of history. […]
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Voice phishing, also referred to as Vishing, typically originates as a phone call that sounds urgent or alarming. Such as […]
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This issue of Cyber Tips Newsletter shares timely tips on safe travel such as: how to protect devices before you […]
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Cybercrime is on the rise, and one popular method that is being used to obtain sensitive information from individuals is […]
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Today’s digital banking world is full of opportunities for financial institutions to make things easier for their customers. But within […]
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In May of 2021, the Colonial Pipeline on the East Coast was hacked, resulting in a gas shutoff that caused […]
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All, Yesterday, we received an alert from our cybersecurity information-sharing portal, sponsored by the Financial Services Information Sharing & Analysis […]
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Hosted on May 13, 2021, this Cybersecurity webinar featured speaker, Trent R. Hein, Co-CEO of Rule4. Broomfield Market President, Boni […]
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