October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and it's the perfect time to focus on protecting your online presence. Did you know that weak passwords are the most common way that online criminals gain access to personal accounts? At Kitsap Credit Union, we believe that safeguarding your financial information is paramount, [...]
It's clear to see the ways in which technology permeates every aspect of our lives today, and because of that, cybersecurity is more important than ever. As we increasingly rely on digital platforms for everything from banking to shopping, the risks associated with cyber threats continue to grow. In fact, [...]
It's no secret that fraud scams are on the rise and cyber security is a concern for many now more than ever. In fact, during the second quarter of 2023, the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) observed almost 1.3 million phishing attacks, representing the third-highest quarterly total ever observed by the [...]
As our loved one’s age, they become increasingly vulnerable to a variety of scams and financial abuse that specifically target older adults. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), scams reported by those over the age of 60 topped $3.4 billion in 2023, marking [...]
In today’s digital age, scams have become increasingly sophisticated, with fraudsters continually devising new ways to deceive individuals. One prevalent method is the fake fraud alert scam, where scammers pose as legitimate financial institutions or service providers to trick you into revealing personal information. Here are essential tips to help [...]
Did you know that individuals over the age of 50 control 70% of the country’s wealth, and seniors between the ages of 65 and 74, with an average net worth of $1.06 million, have more assets than any other age group? Because members of this age group have disposable income [...]
These days, QR codes are a common and convenient way to scan tickets, view a menu, pay for a service, or even board your flight. With so many great uses, it’s not hard to see why QR codes have gained popularity since the start of the pandemic, but unfortunately, they [...]
Guarding Your Finances: Dodging Scams In today's digital world, online banking makes life easier, but it also brings new challenges like spoofing and phishing scams that can put your money at risk. Let's break it down to help you recognize and avoid these tricky schemes. What's Spoofing? Spoofing is when [...]
Your financial safety is important to us, be aware of spoofing tactics to avoid financial harm! Spoofing is when a fraudster calls or texts pretending they are from a government agency, trusted company, or financial institution. The information shown on your caller ID may look like it’s legitimate however, the [...]
Wondering what the best ways are to protect yourself from fraud? Let's talk about it! Here are a few strategies: 1. Monitor your credit reports and scores to see if there is unusual activity 2. Monitor your financial statements and make sure to contact your financial institution to correct any [...]
