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The Equifax breach was considered one of the largest data breaches to threaten the private information of Americans. The company agreed to pay a settlement of up to $700 million dollars to settle investigations on the state and federal level. The deadline for victims to file a claim was in January. Patrick Kelley discusses how this breach impacts citizens. Read More

Here are a few ways to stay as safe as possible when receiving phishing emails. 1.  Know the red flags. The most common types of scams will target you through fake emails (a technique known as phishing), text messages (SMSishing or smishing) voice calls (vishing), letters or even someone who shows up at your front door unexpectedly. No matter which technique the criminal uses these are the common things they try: Pressure you to send money Threaten you with law enforcement action Tell you to purchase gift cards and provide codes as a form of payment Ask you to cash a check for them or send money via wire transfer Ask you to deposit a check that overpays for something you're selling, and then send the difference elsewhere 2. Don’t provide account or personal information via email or text. Your bank will never email, or text and ask for this…

Blended Threats and Attacks are becoming far more prevalent. Traditional approaches to cyber defense are no longer effective. Patrick Kelley will be discussing using non-traditional controls and processes to secure your business.

We are excited to announce Virginia Kelley will be speaking at the Professional Women Of Pickens County's event in March 2020.  The event is sponsored by one of our partners, Renesant Bank. Her presentation will explore the tactics and motivations of hackers and how to protect your organization from some of the world’s savviest cyber criminals. We encourage you to join us with your questions. Register Here!