Be Cyber Smart!

Financial crime has been identified as a national security threat in many countries. An estimated USD$800 billion-$2 trillion is laundered globally every year with South African consumers experiencing their fair share of this rampant criminality.

Here are 10 tips on how you can protect yourself from cyber fraud:

1. Be mindful of any suspicious SMS’s requesting either your bank details or PIN number. BUFFALO will never request your bank details over the phone.
2. DO NOT click on any text messages that require you to enter your physical address, bank account or personal details
3. Delete any suspicious pop-ups that come up on your social media platforms and emails that look like spam
4. Check the strength of your passwords
5. Secure your devices
6. Use a secure internet connection
7. Use Strong Password
8. Protect yourself from identity threat
9. Manage Your Social Media Settings
10. Be extra vigilant with your personal information at all times!