By Jacob Collins |Staff Writer| Chase systems were hacked over the summer, resulting in the release of customers’ personal information. No financial information was stolen but the personal information obtained may be used in scamming attempts. The cyber attack was revealed on Oct. 2 in a securities filing by JP Morgan Chase. The securities filing stated that approximately 76 million households and 7 million small businesses are impacted by the breach. Chase warned that personal information stolen in the attack may be used in phishing or scams targeted towards those affected. Phishing is an attack where hackers contact the victim via phone, email or mail and pretend to be from a … [Read more...] about Chase bank Hacked
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Protect your account think twice before you swipe
By Devin Ramos |Staff Writer| People should use cash instead of credit or debit cards to prevent another breach from occurring in bank accounts across the U.S. The recent data breach at Target has left banks scrambling to add additional security features to debit cards and aid in the prevention of further damage. As 2013 came to an end thousands of Target’s customers were effected by a breach in their credit and debit machines. Hackers gained access to the account information of Target customers setting banks on immediate alert. Consumers should take increased precautions with their finances until new methods are adopted. Now we have to question how safe our credit and debit … [Read more...] about Protect your account think twice before you swipe
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