This article was originally published in Credit Union Times
Cybersecurity usually becomes top-of-mind after there has already been a loss of data security – and financial loss. The average total cost of a data breach is no small change either - it’s upwards of $4,000,000. Unfortunately, it’s a matter of when a cyberattack occurs, not if a cyberattack will occur.
The bad guys aren’t going on summer vacation either. They aren’t always looking for open cyber doors, just weak ones to barge through. Staying safe online starts with protecting your personal data and identity. As our lives (and banking) become more fortified with digital architecture, cybersecurity measures must also ramp up.
Identity Protection Checklist
Identity theft is a devastating and costly offense that can impact the victim for years to come.
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