Digital Habits: The Overlooked Key to Secure Banking
In this series, we examine common digital habits that make people vulnerable when banking online and how to avoid them.
Most people believe robust technology and strong systems are the main barriers between their money and cybercriminals. However, the greatest risk to security often lies in daily habits.
Cybercriminals target individuals, exploiting predictable routines and small lapses in judgment. Banks like Absa Bank Ghana invest in security systems, but no technology can protect against habits that expose personal information.
If you believe you are too smart to fall victim, you may already be at greater risk from the latest tactics employed by fraudsters.
Author's summary: Secure banking relies on changing digital habits.