As Internet criminals grow smarter and sneakier, to avoid being a victim of fraud identity, Internet users are encourage to protect their personal data and financial information with few basic steps.
Below are some suggestions for Internet users to safeguard data:
1. Create a strong password or pass-phrase to protect access dataUse a combination of numbers and letters if possible.
2. Never reveal any personal information or passwords
After using any of the Financial Data Center or member services, remember to log out properly before leaving.
3. Avoid clicking on pop-up advertisement or downloading information from unknown websites.
4. Use own computer and avoid sharing personal computers
Users are not encouraged to use a work or public machine to access financial and other sensitive personal information.
5. Install antispyware and antivirus software E.g Symantec, AVG, Norton and etc. It will clean and protect personal information and financial data.