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Cyber Awareness

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.


Wouldn’t it be nice if you could protect your password with another password? Multi-factor authentication gives you this power – think of it like placing your house keys in a safety deposit box that can only be opened by a facial scan. In some cases, this metaphor isn’t far off from reality. What is MFA?...

2022 continued the trend for wire fraud losses. Even though we have been working to educate everyone about real estate transactions for the past several years, it seems that criminals still have the advantage. The FBI recently released the 2022 Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) Internet Crime Report, which was not good news. Reported losses...

We all want security and the expectation of privacy that comes along with it. We want the confidence that what is ours ––our things, our spaces, and our information––is protected.    Most people pay at least something for peace of mind. To get there, we are willing to spend our own money on things that...

Cyber Insurance provides coverage against losses resulting from cyber incidents such as data breaches, hacking attacks, and ransomware attacks. It helps businesses protect themselves from the financial impacts of cyber incidents and to manage the costs of responding to and recovering from these events. The coverage offered by Cyber Insurance policies can vary widely but...

Are you worried about how much of your private information is on the internet and may be vulnerable to theft or misuse? Not surprising, online privacy is an important issue. But there are steps you can take to help manage financial and personal information while using your favorite social media, news, and entertainment sites. Limit...