Security Center

Protect Yourself with Good Habits:

• Protect your usernames, passwords, social security number, and PIN numbers. Never share this sensitive information or carry it with you.
• Immediately contact your bank regarding suspicious activity.
• Report lost or stolen credit cards, debit cards, and ID cards (like a driver’s license) immediately.
• Securely shred any documents that contain personally identifiable information.
• Report missed account statements to your bank, in case they have been stolen from your mailbox. Sign up for eStatements to eliminate this risk.

Use Safe Online Practices:

• Use anti-virus software
• Anti-virus software is designed to detect viruses that may infect your computer through emails you receive or programs you download.
• Install Firewalls
• Firewalls are used to block attacks from hackers. They filter infected files or emails and alert you if an unauthorized user tries to access your system.
• Utilize Encryption
• Encryption technology scrambles data, so even if it is intercepted by criminals it is not easy to read or use.
• Passwords
• A complex password is stronger in protecting against malicious software and hackers.
• To create safer passwords:
• Use a mix of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and special characters.
• Create a completely unique password for each application or account.
• Avoid using everyday words that can be found in a dictionary.
• Do not create passwords that are specific to you, such as your spouse’s name or your birthdate.
• Change your passwords often.
• Software Updates
• Many viruses take advantage of bugs in software. Updating these programs frequently will help protect your computer and information.
• Logout
• Always sign out of and close your browser, especially when using a public computer. The next person to use the computer may be able to access your account if you have not logged off properly.