April 2026 What Title & Escrow Leaders Should Know Over the past several years, cybersecurity has steadily moved up the priority list across financial services. April 2026 reflects a shift in how that risk is presenting itself. What distinguishes this month is not the introduction of new threats, but the way in which existing risks...
Cybersecurity is a broad topic. It not only covers information technology and data protection, but it also addresses privacy, operational procedures, and policies. The 411 Blog covers all of that and more. From new trends in data protection to new tactics used by fraudsters to advice on what to do when things go wrong, The 411 has you covered with up-to-date information and advice.
In conversations with business leaders, I often hear a familiar line of thinking:“We process hundreds—even thousands—of transactions every month. If one is affected by fraud, it’s unfortunate, but not catastrophic.” At first glance, that seems reasonable. After all, one transaction out of a thousand feels like a small percentage. But this mindset overlooks a critical...
A new ransomware group known as Skira emerged in early 2025, actively targeting businesses across various sectors, including the title and escrow industry. This group operates under a double extortion model, where they not only encrypt sensitive data but also threaten to publish it on the dark web if ransom demands are not met. Why...
A new ransomware threat called VanHelsing RaaS is targeting businesses just like yours — and it’s built for speed, stealth, and scale. This “Ransomware-as-a-Service” platform enables cybercriminals to infiltrate networks, encrypt sensitive files, and demand massive Bitcoin ransoms, with some cases exceeding $500,000. VanHelsing is already hitting industries tied to legal and financial records —...
Have you ever wondered how cybercriminals are harnessing the power of AI to enhance their malicious activities? Or how they’re now crafting remarkably convincing phishing emails? The advancements in AI are not only benefiting legitimate applications but also empowering cybercrime in ways we need to be acutely aware of. In the recent article “How GhostGPT...