Top Cybersecurity Tips + Blogs for Finance

Although many things have changed since the first version of this missive in the fall of 2017, the threat from identity theft, unfortunately, is not one of them. It is still one of the most pervasive crimes in the U.S. (and the world) today, just like it was back then. And as a reminder, identity theft involves the unauthorized acquisition and use of someone’s personal information, such as social security numbers, credit card numbers, or bank account details, to commit fraud or other crimes. As

The holidays provide a great opportunity for fraudsters to unleash their schemes, knowing that we are busy traveling, shopping, and spending time with friends and families, all the while using technology that gives them an opportunity to attack. Recently, we heard from a few clients who successfully thwarted attacks against their accounts, Charles Schwab in one case, American Express in the other. Each attack followed the same script: Imposters pose as bank, credit card, or custodian (e.g., Sc

While following cybersecurity best practices is always important, there are often events that bring the importance of these measures back to the forefront, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict is no exception. In addition to committing devastating physical acts of war in neighboring geographies, the Russian government has also proven itself capable of malicious cyberactivity, which could potentially extend far beyond any nation’s borders. From attacks on energy to interruptions in supply cha