Cyber criminals are getting more and more sophisticated with every passing day. It’s essential that anyone dealing with a commercial real estate transaction take steps to safeguard themselves from cybercrime. In this article, we are going to walk through five cybercrime prevention tips that you should keep in mind when conducting a commercial transaction.
Tips for Cybercrime Prevention
Following these simple tips can help protect you from cybercrime:
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Before giving out any personal information via email or phone, be absolutely sure that the person on the other end of the line is legitimate. If you’re not sure, ask them to provide a name and call-back number, or hang up and call a number you know.
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Never click on links in emails or open email attachments unless you’re sure they come from a legitimate source.
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Set secure passwords that only you know and update them regularly.
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Keep your browsers, operating systems, and anti-virus software up to date at all times.
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Keep a close eye on the URLs of the websites you’re visiting. Bad actors will often use slight variations of legitimate URLs to trick users into giving out their information.
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