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October is known as the month for haunted houses, cornfield mazes, goblins and ghosts. However, there is something out there that could make even those things cower in fear: a cyberattack.
Becoming a victim of online financial fraud or identity theft poses greater consequences than being scared. You can lose your hard-earned money you had bookmarked for a specific use. Worse, your personal information, including your social security number, could be stolen and used by someone claiming to be you.
Scared? We don’t blame you. However, October is Cyber Security Month, a time to identify and address cyber security weak spots. Take a look at the following tips to see where you can beef up your security prowess.