At First Foundation, we take our responsibility of keeping you safe and secure very seriously. As we enter the holiday season, it's important to be vigilant against potential cybersecurity scams that often occur during this time of year. By staying informed and taking necessary precautions, we can help prevent cybercriminals from disrupting our financial well-being.
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It is not an understatement to say that everyone is texting. Texting, including iMessage™ and Messages by Google™, is everywhere. According to recent studies, 270,000 texts are sent every second. And it is not just the frequency that has increased; texting has become ubiquitous. We text with just about everyone – from family, friends, co-workers, even the local restaurant about when your table is ready. Heck, even my dry cleaner sends me a..
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Ransomware attack estimates were at 304.7 million in August 2021, which is the same number of total attacks as the entire 2020 calendar year had. To put it into a fiscal perspective, the 2020 reported losses exceeded $4.1 Billion. Losses for 2021 are approximately $4.9 Billion so far, and the busiest season for ransomware isn’t even here yet! However, there appears to be lull in September, with the number of reported attacks actually decreasing...
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