Bank of America has issued an urgent warning to its customers in the United States due to a significant increase in cyberattacks. These attacks put the security of bank accounts and personal information at risk.
The bank has detected that scammers are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to deceive users and gain access to their devices and confidential data.
Bank of America warns navigators: protecting ourselves will save us many problems
Malware, or malicious software, can infiltrate our devices without us noticing, allowing cybercriminals to access sensitive information like passwords, account numbers, and other personal data.
Once the malware is installed, it can log our keystrokes, capture screens, and send this information to the strikers, who can use it to empty our bank accounts or commit fraud in our name.
How does it affect our devices? Don't take it lightly
Malware can slow down the performance of our devices, cause system failures, and allow unauthorized remote access. Additionally, it can disable security features, making it even easier for strikers to access our information.
In some cases, malware can even lock access to our own files, demanding a ransom to release them. If we don't take preventive measures, we run the risk of cybercriminals accessing our bank accounts, making unauthorized transfers, and compromising our financial security.
Additionally, recovering lost funds can be a long and complicated process. In some cases, banks may not reimburse the money if it is determined that user negligence contributed to the fraud.
Bank of America shows its strong commitment to its customers
Bank of America has identified an increase in fraud attempts and has decided to alert its customers to stay vigilant and take protective measures. The bank emphasizes the importance of online security and provides resources to help users identify and avoid scams. Additionally, Bank of America offers tools like Trusteer Rapport™, a security software that helps protect against malware and online threats.
To protect our accounts and devices, it is advisable to install and keep a reliable antivirus updated. Enable automatic updates for the operating system and applications.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or downloading files from untrustworthy sources and do not provide personal or financial information in response to unsolicited emails, calls, or text messages.