Tag: identity theft

Discovering that your identity has been stolen can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. Here are the steps you should take immediately to protect yourself and minimize the damage: Contact Your Bank and Credit Card Companies: Notify your bank and any credit card companies of the theft. They can help you freeze your accounts, issue new...

cybersecurity, fraud, identity theft, Security

Online shopping and in-store deals will bring everyone out this holiday season. This also means that with the shoppers come criminals. Identity theft is on the rise with all the different ways information can be stolen. Exchange Bank of Northeast Missouri wanted to offer these top tips this season to help you keep your identity safe and secure. Use...

Holidays, identity theft

The first step in protecting yourself from identity theft is understanding what identity theft actually is. It’s defined as “the illegal use of someone else’s personal information usually in order to obtain money or credit.”   Do you have a credit card?  In a study by Experian, 81% of people said they rely on their...

cybersecurity, identity theft

Phishing as defined by Merriam-Webster is “A scam by which an e-mail user is duped into revealing personal or confidential information which the scammer can use illicitly.” Scams like these happen each and every day, and many times, the victims don’t even realize they’re participating in them. Exchange Bank of Northeast Missouri...

cyber security, identity theft, phishing, scams

With fraud alerts, identity protection, and chip-enabled cards, you’d think it would be near impossible for a stranger to swipe your personal information. Unfortunately, it’s easier than you think! Other than preparing yourself with preventative measures there is no sure-fire way to make sure your identity remains safe and secure. If you...

cyber security, financial education, identity theft, online saftey, Personal Finances

It may seem like protecting your personal information is just one more thing to add to the to-do list, but being proactive now could save you a mountain of work later. At Exchange Bank of Northeast Missouri, we believe your identity is the most precious thing you have. To help you keep it safe we offer the following steps to help you keep it as secure...

cyber security, financial education, identity theft, safety online

With hackers and scammers out amongst the pages of the internet, how do you browse safely? There are many tips and tricks you can use while on the internet to better maintain the security your personal information needs. See how to bolster your online bodyguard with these simple and helpful tools!   Enable the great wall: Your computer has...

cyber security, financial education, identity theft, online, Safety

If you’re like many parents in the United States, your preteens and teenagers may be running circles around you when it comes to utilizing the latest technology. Whether that’s Facebook’s latest updates, new iPhone technology, or the latest app hitting the scene, the amount of new knowledge and innovation seems endless. For your growing...

cyber security, family, financial education, identity theft, online, Security

Whether it’s used to register for your classes, login to social media, or pay your monthly utility bills, it seems like everything these days requires a password. In order to help you protect your financial future, Exchange Bank of Northeast Missouri would like to share our best tips and tricks to making your passwords unhackable.   Change...

apps, cyber security, identity theft, password