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Eagle Financial Services, Inc. (EFSI), the parent company of Bank of Clarke, is pleased to share that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with John Marshall Bancorp, Inc. (JMSB), the parent company of John Marshall Bank. The combination will unite two highly regarded Virginia community banking institutions.
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Don’t Get Wrapped Up in a Cyber Scam: Tips for Staying Safe Online
Halloween may be filled with tricks and treats, but when it comes to cybersecurity, some tricks are better avoided.
Scammers can use emails, links, attachments, and convincing messages to try to steal personal or financial information. The good news is that a few simple habits can help you recognize suspicious activity and better protect your information.
Here are some tips to help keep cyber threats from haunting you.
Think Before You Click
Unexpected email or text? Take a moment before clicking a link or opening an attachment. If you don’t recognize the sender, or something about the message seems unusual, avoid interacting with it until you can verify that it’s legitimate.
Be especially cautious of messages that pressure you to act immediately, verify information, or provide usernames, passwords, or other sensitive information.
Beware of Phishing Tricks
Phishing messages are designed to look legitimate in hopes of getting you to reveal information or click a potentially harmful link.
Before clicking, ask yourself:
- Do I recognize the sender?
- Was I expecting this message or attachment?
- Is the message pressuring me to act quickly?
- Does the link or request seem unusual?
- Is the sender asking for sensitive information?
If something doesn’t look right, it’s better to stop and verify than take the risk.
Use Strong, Unique Passwords
A strong password is an important layer of protection for your online accounts. Avoid using easily guessed information and use unique passwords for different accounts. That way, if one password is compromised, your other accounts have an additional layer of protection.
Add Another Layer with Multi-Factor Authentication
Multi-factor authentication, or MFA, adds an additional step when signing in to an account. Instead of relying on a password alone, MFA requires another form of verification.
Whenever MFA is available, turning it on can add another layer of security to your accounts.
Keep Your Devices Updated
Software and device updates aren't just about new features. Keeping your operating system, apps, browsers, and other software up to date helps ensure you have the latest available security updates.
Report Suspicious Activity
If you receive a suspicious email or message, don't interact with it. Report it through the appropriate channel and delete it when appropriate. Taking action can help prevent suspicious messages from causing problems for you or others.
Stop. Think. Verify.
Cybersecurity doesn't have to be scary. A little caution can go a long way toward protecting your personal and financial information.
Remember: Stop. Think. Verify. Before clicking a link, opening an attachment, or sharing sensitive information, take a moment to make sure the request is legitimate.
Stay alert, stay informed, and don't let a cyber scam trick you this Halloween.