The New Age of Phishing
Posted On: May 21, 2024 by Home State Bank in: Community, Personal Banking
What do Email, Text, social media, and Online Messaging all have in common? They can all be used to share memories from around the world, but they can also be used to distribute phishing attacks. The new reality of phishing is that they are using a multipronged approach; they are now reaching your social media feed, text messages, and phone calls.
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We all love to connect with friends and family – be aware that attackers are leaning on those...
Love is in the Air for Scams
Posted On: February 6, 2023 by Home State Bank in: General, Personal Banking
Cyber attackers are opportunistic, and with Valentine's Day right around the corner, you can expect to see an increase in threats related to socially engineered relationships.
Virtual lunch dates, wine tastings, and chat rooms have created an easy way to put ourselves into a space where we cannot truly see the person on the other end of the keyboard. In addition, many people now use online dating applications and social networking sites to meet people with common interests.
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