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.
Social Media/Trusted Platforms
We all love to connect with friends and family – be aware that attackers are leaning on those...
Scary Scams to Avoid
Posted On: October 24, 2023 by Home State Bank in: General
The rise in technological advances have unfortunately also brought on the rise of scams. While scams are not new by any means, the ways in which scammers can attempt to compromise your assets or identity have grown significantly with the use of technology.
Here are some common scams to look out for and ways to avoid them.
Social Media
From Marketplace to messenger and even new friend requests, social media allows scammers to learn enough about...