information about the individual they’re targeting, like their name, job title, and email address. • Whaling – Emails that aim for senior-level staff and management, using scams and spoofed website links to pry into bank accounts, financial information, and personal details. • Smishing and vishing – Instead of emails, this form of phishing utilizes texting and over-thephone conversations where scammers pose as fraud investigators warning individuals of “breached” accounts. Scammers will also ask for payment details to verify identities and attempt to transfer funds. • Angler phishing – Hackers use social media to gain sensitive information and download malware. They can also use data from social media to create more advanced and targeted attacks. In addition to warning employees of the various ways to phish, organizations can put technical controls in place to help filter down phishing emails and security controls to ensure emails are coming from valid sources. The final step in the process is taking accountability. Each employee should know exactly what steps to take when they spot a phishing email. Also, anyone who accidentally clicks on a phishing email and realizes it should immediately report the incident to their respective IT or security department(s) for faster identification and quicker response times. The goal is for The Golden Rule of Email – treating every email as if it’s a phishing attempt – to become second nature for everyone. If you habitually follow this rule, you will instinctively verify certain elements before taking any action on an email. It becomes more than just another rule to follow; it’s a habit backed up by a process. For more information, contact Reece Simpson at 605-270-3916 or reece.simpson@sbscyber.com. SBS delivers unique, turnkey cybersecurity solutions tailored to each client’s needs, including risk management, consulting, auditing, network security, and education. To download a free computer background and poster of “The Golden Rule of Email,” please visit sbscyber.com > Education > Free Downloads. Tech Talk— continued from page 21 Retired Nebraska Ag Banker Agricultural and Livestock Inspections 308.325.3173 Call Ed Today at: B A NK E R S ’ B A NK • OF THE WEST • WE CHAMPION COMMUNITY BANKING MARLENE WADE TRACI OLIVER TARA KOESTER KELLY MALONE IN BUSINESS TO FURTHER YOUR BUSINESS YOUR ADVOCATES: Nebraska’s correspondent team BBWEST.COM 411 South 13th Sreet | Lincoln, Nebraska | 402-476-0400 NEBANKERS.ORG 22
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