1-888-692-2654 HomeAbout First United Bank & TrustSecurity We want to help keep you and your money safe. At First United we hold the security of your confidential information in the highest regard. We make every effort to ensure that your non-public data is secure and that your information will not be compromised. However, there are steps you can take to help protect yourself against the potential threats that we all face, every day, online. By following a handful of simple, common-sense steps, you can help ensure that you are safe in your journeys on the Internet: Be sure that you are running the latest browser technology. You can find the latest versions of these browsers here: Internet Explorer | Firefox | Chrome Be sure that your operating system is current; you can check the Windows Update center on your PC to see available updates. Use strong passwords for your various logins. Use a firewall to protect your computer. Set up Mobile or Internet Banking account alerts. Exercise caution when posting information on social media. Looking for information about current security topics? Check out our Security Briefs. We are committed to informing you of topics that may impact your online security, but please remember this information is not all inclusive. You should take time to check for alerts and information from your hardware and software providers. These are general briefs for informational purposes only. For further assistance with any of these suggestions, please contact your computer support personnel. What Matters Most Podcast Episodes Related to Security Security Tips to Remember It is a best practice to never give out personal information in response to an unsolicited call or email. There are fraudsters who will use our public information to try to attain personal information from you. Unless you initiate the contact or we are completing an application for you, First United will NEVER request your personal information (e.g., account number, Social Security number or mother’s maiden name) through email, U.S. mail, text or phone. Various types of information will be requested by First United to identify you on the phone; however, we will NOT request your online banking passcode. This should be kept safe and secure by you and not written or shared with anyone. First United will never send an email or text requesting that you click on a hyperlink and enter your login credentials or personal information. If you receive this type of email or text, please forward it abuse@mybank.com or contact our Customer Service Center at 1-888-692-2654. Always remember, it is a best practice to verify any suspicious emails by calling the supposed sender (at a phone number) before following any email requesting information or financial transactions (such as wire transfers), and to not visit un-trusted websites or follow links provided by unknown or un-trusted sources that may be included in those same emails. EMAIL ABUSE? Do you believe you’ve received an abusive email…one which is fraudulent or a phishing attempt to steal your personal information? If so, forward those emails to abuse@mybank.com and we will investigate the email further in hopes that we may be able to identify and stop some of these scams from happening in the future! We can all work together to help improve our security online. Read the Security Blog Need more? For more information, try these helpful links: Protect yourself online with these ABA tips! CISA Cyber Essentials Toolkit Computer Security article FROM THE FTC C.L.I.C.K.S. Initiative from the MD Attorney General Protecting yourself from ID Theft from the MD Attorney General Identity Theft resources from the FDIC Recovering from identity theft? Use this interactive guide from the FTC to help you during the process. Security Articles from the Blog Phone Scams on the Rise Nov 3, 2021 Every day, fraudsters are increasing their efforts to acquire account information. At First United, we have a strong commitment to keeping your personal information secure. CISA Launches New Site for Ransomware Resources Jul 19, 2021 CISA last week launched a new website to help organizations reduce their risk of ransomware incidents by maintaining a central location for resources and alerts. Online Dating Scams Sep 16, 2020 Online dating scams are becoming more and more prevalent and can play with your emotions to target your wallet. Review the helpful infographic below from the ABA to see best practices to avoid this type of scam. CISA Cyber Essentials Toolkit Jun 16, 2020 The Cysbersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) launched a toolkit! The toolkit contains modules which break down Cyber Essentials into bite-sized actions. Each module is will aid IT and C-suite leadership work toward full implementation of each Cyber... What Matters Most – Cybersecurity with Joyce Flinn May 22, 2020 In this week’s episode, Joyce Flinn, Vice President, Information Security & Disaster Recovery Officer at First United joins us to discuss best practices to staying safe and secure from cyber threats during the pandemic, when security threats have risen fourfold. Follow These 6 Cyber Security Tips to Protect Yourself Online Oct 19, 2021 All of us use the internet for pretty much everything we do today, and more of our devices and appliances are connected to the internet than ever before. That’s a lot of data that needs to be protected — and a lot of data that could potentially be vulnerable to hackers. To protect your data online, start by following these tips. SolarWinds Vulnerabilities Update Dec 18, 2020 It has been widely reported that SolarWinds Orion systems have identified vulnerabilities disclosed on Sunday, Dec. 13. These vulnerabilities exploit update mechanisms of the SolarWinds system in order to distribute malware to SolarWinds’ clients. Click to read the response from First United. Cyber Securing Your Home Aug 4, 2020 The SANS Institute has released a really helpful Home Cyber Security poster with tips on ensuring your home and home network are as secure as possible. U.S. Secret Service: “Massive Fraud” Against State Unemployment Insurance Programs May 22, 2020 A well-organized Nigerian crime ring is exploiting the COVID-19 crisis by committing large-scale fraud against multiple state unemployment insurance programs, with potential losses in the hundreds of millions of dollars, according to a new alert issued by the U.S.... Helping You Fight Fraud Apr 7, 2020 Digital fraudsters have developed COVID-related scams to take advantage of consumers during this very challenging time. Be cautious and follow these tips to keep yourself and your finances safe and secure. « Older Entries Upcoming Events NOVEMBER, 2021 25 NOV ALL FIRST UNITED OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF THANKSGIVING DAY (All Day: Thursday) See More In Our Events Calendar Helpful Links Financial Calculators Careers at First United Investor Relations Real Estate Owned Properties Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender Accessibility Statement NMLS Information USA Patriot Act FDIC Coverage Information Terms & Conditions Security Privacy © 2021 First United Bank & Trust. All rights reserved. If you wish to receive a printed copy of our Privacy Notice, please contact our Customer Service Center at 1-888-692-2654. 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