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5 Ways to Protect Your Small Business From Account Fraud
Corporate Account Takeover (CATO) is a form of cyber fraud where criminals gain unauthorized access to a company's financial accounts. It can result in stolen funds, fraudulent payroll activity, and the loss of sensitive customer information--often with limited recovery.
- Educate your employees. Your employees are the first line of defense. Regular training helps them recognize warning signs, follow safe online practices, and respond quickly if they suspect a takeover.
- Safeguard your online environment. Protect your digital systems as carefully as your physical assets. Use secure internet connections, maintain updated antivirus software, encrypt sensitive data, and use strong passwords that you change regularly.
- Strengthen security controls. Ask your banker about fraud-prevention tools for unauthorized transactions. Options like call-backs, device authentication, dual approvals, and transaction limits add valuable layers of protection.
- Act quickly on suspicious activity. Watch for unusual transactions, pop-ups, and suspicious emails. If you notice anything, stop online activity immediately, contact your bank, and record the details.
- Know your responsibilities. Review your business bank account agreement to understand required security measures. Not following these requirements could increase your liability in the event of fraud.
Questions? Contact: Bedias (936) 395-2141 or Kurten (979) 589-2407.
For Additional Security Tips, Visit:
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Internet Security Essentials for Business
- Federal Communications Commission: Small Biz Cyber Planner
- Federal Communications Commission: Cybersecurity Strategies for Small Business
- Better Business Bureau: Data Security Made Simpler
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