Public WiFi can leave you exposed.
Many public WiFi hot spots lack any kind of security making it easier for scammers to listen in on your activity. Use your home or office internet if possible when accessing your financial accounts.
Passwords are your first line of defense.
Using a complex and random password is the easiest way to protect your information. The more complex a password the harder it is for thieves to guess.
Ensure your devices are password protected.
Locking your device behind a password, pin, pattern, or biometric authentication makes it that much harder for an opportunist to access your information.
Don’t take the bait! Be aware of Phishing Techniques.
Phishing is when scammers send an email or call you pretending to be a reputable company to trick you into giving them your personal information. They often tell a story, like your accounts have been hacked or that your credit card information needs to be updated.
Always check the email address before replying to any email asking for personal information. If the email doesn’t come from the actual company’s email address, don’t reply or click any of the links.
Set up Multi-Factor Authentication and security alerts to further protect yourself from these kinds of attacks.
Learn more at the
Woodforest Online Security Center.
Equal Housing Lender