Hot for Security

JANUARY 29, 2021

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released information on scammers impersonating the agency, warning the public that the criminals operate a spoofed website to trick consumers into disclosing financial information, with a tantalizing promise of instant cash.

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ForAllSecure

JANUARY 31, 2023

Therefore, the FFIEC provides guidance on financial regulations and best practices for federal supervisory agencies, as well as helping them develop exam policies for banks, savings associations, credit unions, thrifts, and other financial institutions.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 25, 2022

27 — Thanksgiving Day weekend — Jim got a series of rapid-fire emails from MSF saying they’ve received his loan application, that they’d approved it, and that the funds requested were now available at the bank account specified in his MSF profile. Then on Nov. A portion of the Jan.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 13, 2022

A successful scam can con someone into giving out personal details like bank account information and Social Security numbers , all in the hopes of obtaining a rental property before someone else nabs it. The post How to Protect Yourself from Rental Scams appeared first on IdentityIQ written by Kristin Austin.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Considering this type of app is a new concept, it’s not fully regulated like banks or mortgages, at least, not yet. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recently asked several buy now, pay later, or BNPL, providers for information related to some concerns it has about short-term installment plans.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 29, 2024

It aims to improve competition and innovation in the financial industry while increasing consumer protection. Since financial institutions are now part of the “essential providers”, DORA complements NIS2 Directive by highlighting requirements tailored to the specifics of the banking and finance sector. PCI DSS 4.0

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Through its comprehensive study, it evaluates companies in three major categories: a company’s consumer protection, data and site security and adherence to responsible privacy practice. The Online Trust and Honor Roll Audit is the only independent online trust benchmark study. SiteLock can detect malware the minute it hits.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

It aims to improve competition and innovation in the financial industry while increasing consumer protection. Since financial institutions are now part of the “essential providers”, DORA complements NIS2 Directive by highlighting requirements tailored to the specifics of the banking and finance sector. PCI DSS 4.0

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Banks are noticing just how much time is spent dealing with gaming theft issues. LLoyds Bank, in response to the never-ending glut of financial gaming fraud, has come up with something called “ Shield against scams ”. DELINK your bank details from gaming and online browser accounts. Step up to the plate, Game Players Code.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The non-profit organization Online Trust Alliance conducted a study that audited 1,000 websites, including websites of 50 leading Internet of Things device makers and other leading retailers, banks, social media, news and government bodies. According to the result of the study, Twitter topped the overall ratings three years in a run.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Enacted in May 2018, the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act rolls back some of the restrictions placed on banks in the wake of the Great Recession of the last decade. But it also includes a silver lining. MANAGING EXPECTATIONS.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

One of the more common ways cybercriminals cash out access to bank accounts involves draining the victim’s funds via Zelle , a “peer-to-peer” (P2P) payment service used by many financial institutions that allows customers to quickly send cash to friends and family. “Members don’t have to request to use Zelle.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 7, 2023

Anyone taking the bait stands a good chance of losing control of their personal data or suffering from all manner of dubious payments leaving their bank account. These calls promise much but give very little. As a result, these illegal auto warranty robocalls dropped by 99%.

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Schneier on Security

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Hearing on "Securing Consumers' Credit Data in the Age of Digital Commerce". Subcommittee on Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection. And even those only protect consumers from some of the harms, and only those suffered after Equifax admitted to the breach. Before the. Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Never share personal information or banking details with unsolicited callers or emails. Stay informed and aware: Keep yourself updated on the latest holiday scams and trends by reading reputable blogs , news sources, and consumer protection websites. Avoid purchasing gift cards from online auctions or marketplaces.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

On September 13, 2016, the New York Department of Financial Services introduced a new rule that would require banks, insurance […].

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Centraleyes

MAY 8, 2024

The AI revolution in finance presents numerous opportunities and, simultaneously, the potential for many risks , specifically regarding consumer protection. AI is a data-hungry beast, and banks produce a staggering amount of data these days. This can put consumer financial information at risk.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Financial institutions deal with a bevy of regulations that govern data protection and with stringent new regulations (such as the California Consumer Protection Act coming January 1), compliance is top of mind. Compliance v.

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Adam Levin

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Check your financial accounts and credit reports: With news of e-skimming malware stealing payment card information (on the seller’s side of things) and regular data breaches and leaks, it’s more important than ever to monitor your bank and credit card statements in 2021. Always check your credit for new accounts or unusual activity.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MARCH 6, 2018

Recognize and avoid phishing emails, threatening calls and texts from individuals posing as legitimate organizations, such as banks or credit card companies, or even the IRS. Protect Personal Data. Encrypt sensitive files stored electronically, such as tax records, and use strong and unique passwords for each account.

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Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2019

Try to think of a banking site with millions of account holders who keep the history of transactions, deposits, investments for years and years, without obviously being accessible to the entire web population. Try to imagine the site of a Provider that offers voice or connectivity services to millions of people, families and companies.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 19, 2023

companies like Verizon, Google, Microsoft, State Street Bank, mutual, BNP Paribas, some oil companies, and and then through our work at MIT Sloan, we also get very much involved with the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory which is CSAIL. We have about 23 sponsors for that.

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