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    ALERT! – Business Email Compromise Scams

    In late 2022, Dakotaland lending staff observed another outbreak of Business Email Compromise Scams that attempted to defraud our members of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Thankfully, no member or credit union funds were lost! Due to the ease with which the fraud can be executed, this blog post is to make our members aware of Business Email Compromise Scams and how they can be avoided.

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    Cyber Security, Dakotaland Federal Credit Union

    Tips for Creating a Strong Password

    Passwords help guard your online accounts, but they are only as strong as you make them. To keep your sensitive accounts secure, it’s time to think about strength in numbers – that means the number of characters in your password and the number of passwords you use. Sure, passwords like ‘123456’ or a child’s name are easy to remember, but cybercriminals are banking on you using a password that is easy to guess, or contains information that can be linked to you with a little online research, such as an address, favorite sports team, or school name. Plus, if you use the same password for every account, just think how easy you have made it on crooks who try to hack into your financial, email or other accounts to steal your identity, your money or other important data.

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    Cyber Security, Dakotaland Federal Credit Union, Personal Accounts

    From Puppies to Tech Support: 10 Scams Targeting Your Older Members

    June is Elder Abuse Awareness month, an excellent time for credit union staff to brush up on the latest scams targeting older members. Up to five million older Americans are abused every year, and the annual loss by victims of financial abuse is estimated to be at least $36.5 billion.
     
    People over 60 are often the targets of criminals because they are more financially secure, they may experience memory issues, and they tend to be more trusting.

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    Cyber Security, Dakotaland Federal Credit Union

    Beware of Romance Scams

    In the past two decades, the global advancements in technology have truly changed the way the world works. With computers in our pockets, electric cars on the road, and virtual everything, the times are changing, and the scams tactics are too. 

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    Cyber Security

    Dakotaland Financial Services, Cyber Security, Dakotaland Federal Credit Union

    IRS Imposter Scams

    Be on the lookout in 2022. Learn how to spot scammers who pretend to be Internal Revenue Service officials.  Email messages and phone calls which appear to be coming from the IRS should  always  be verified before giving out any personal information, account data or sending money.

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    Cyber Security, Dakotaland Federal Credit Union

    South Dakota Consumer Handbook

    The South Dakota Consumer Handbook is one of the most useful resources available. It provides education, advice and assistance on a vast number of topics ranging from identity theft, to recognizing scams and frauds, to knowing your rights as a consumer and much more. Take a minute to review.  You will be glad you did.

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    Cyber Security, Dakotaland Federal Credit Union

    Social Media Safety Tips

    October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and we want to keep you and all that matters to you safe. Here is our first tip of the month.

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    Cyber Security, Dakotaland Federal Credit Union

    Cyber Security Tips to Stay Safe:

    October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Now is the perfect time to be reminded of how to keep yourself safe online and avoid falling victim to scams. Here are the top five cybersecurity tips to stay safe:

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