Tips to protect data on that smartphone under your tree
If you are among the millions unwrapping a slick new smartphone this holiday season, you’ll want to take steps to protect it and your privacy.
Author Archives: Matt Johnson
- Profile:
- A security analyst for Cincinnati Insurance, Matt Johnson has spent most of his career in information technology in development, technology research, business analysis, architecture and management roles. Matt holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and has received additional training in information security. A Cincinnati associate since 1988, Matt manages the security training program for company associates and new developer trainees. He also works on the company’s business continuity group and emergency notification system.
Online shopping: Keep your information safe
The explosive growth each year in online holiday sales means shoppers need to be extremely diligent in making digital purchases. Here are some tips for safer online shopping.
Be alert for skimmers and scammers!
Before you swipe your bank card or credit card to make a payment or complete a bank transaction, be alert for skimmer devices attached inside or over the real card reader. Criminals use skimmers to capture the information from the magnetic strip on credit or debit cards, gaining unauthorized access to consumer accounts.