Categories: Security

Security Update: Don’t Let your Virtual Guard Down this Summer

Although many of us are more carefree and active during the summer season, we’re still constantly online. And every Internet connection your make—whether you’re shopping for some camping gear or using social media to connect with friends on the weekend, you’re vulnerable to cyberattacks. Follow these tips to help avoid problems:

 Create smart, strong passwords. Incorporate capital letters, numbers & symbols in your phrase that should be more than six characters long, such as: Go1dM!n3.

Email wisely. Be careful about what you provide in these messages. Never send your credit card information, Social Security number, or other private data via email.

 Same goes with IM. If you use instant messaging to communicate with friends and family, the same rules apply. And it’s always a good idea not to allow strangers in your IM groups.

 Shop safely. If you’re ordering from an online store, be sure the site is secure. At checkout, look for the web address to begin with https. Also, see if a tiny padlock symbol appears at the bottom right of the screen.

 Pay attention to your kids’ activities. Keep your home computer in a community area for easy monitoring. Use child software that is age-appropriate. Limit the time they spend online. Install and use parental controls.

And you can always click here to learn more about protecting your resources.

Jason Wood

Recent Posts

America First Credit Union Serving Up Another Souper Bowl of Caring

Childhood hunger is growing and the credit union is teaming up with partners across three…

1 month ago

Souper Bowl of Caring empowers local food pantries to combat childhood hunger in Utah

  KUTV — The Souper Bowl of Caring is a national organization that partners with local…

1 month ago

America First Credit Union Annual Meeting – 2025

In accordance with America First bylaws, the Board of Directors Nominations Committee has identified three…

1 month ago

America First Credit Union opens new Riverton branch

  Public and members invited to the Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday Jan. 11th  …

2 months ago

America First Credit Union Announces Opening of New Riverton Branch

New location to replace in-store branch to better serve Riverton and surrounding communities with new…

2 months ago

America First Credit Union Partners with Utah Hockey Club to Debut Exclusive Visa® Debit Card

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New card offers exclusive design and benefits for fans to kick off…

4 months ago