Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
At Shinhan Bank America, protecting your financial information is an important part of how we serve you. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and simple security habits can help protect your accounts, personal information, and finances from fraud and cyber threats.
During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we encourage our customers to stay informed and follow these cybersecurity best practices.
Stay Alert for Phishing and Scams
Be cautious of unexpected emails, text messages, or phone calls asking for personal, financial, or account information. Avoid clicking links or opening attachments in messages you were not expecting. If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from a financial institution or another organization you trust, verify the request independently using a known and trusted contact method.
Protect Your Passwords
Use strong, unique passwords for your online accounts and avoid using the same password across multiple services. Consider using a reputable password manager to securely create and manage your passwords. Never share your passwords or security codes with others.
Use Multi-Factor Authentication
Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) whenever it is available. MFA provides an additional layer of security by requiring more than just a password to access your account.
Think Before You Act
Cybercriminals often create a sense of urgency to encourage victims to act quickly. Be cautious of unexpected requests to send money, provide account information, verify a transaction, or disclose personal information. Take a moment to verify the request before responding.
Keep Your Devices Updated
Keep your computers, mobile devices, web browsers, and applications up to date. Security updates often address vulnerabilities that criminals may attempt to exploit.
Monitor Your Financial Accounts
Review your account activity regularly and be alert for transactions you do not recognize. If you notice suspicious or unauthorized activity involving your Shinhan Bank America account, contact the Bank promptly through an official Shinhan Bank America communication channel.
Stay Informed. Stay Secure.
Cybersecurity starts with awareness. By recognizing common threats and practicing safe online habits, we can work together to help protect your personal and financial information.
Helpful Cybersecurity Resources
CISA – Secure Our World
Simple steps for staying safer online, including recognizing phishing, using strong passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication, and installing software updates.
https://www.cisa.gov/secure-our-world
FDIC – Cybersecurity for Consumers
Consumer-focused information about cybersecurity, identity theft, fraud, scams, and protecting financial information.
https://www.fdic.gov/consumer-resource-center/cybersecurity
Federal Trade Commission – How to Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams
Guidance on identifying suspicious emails and text messages, avoiding phishing attempts, and reporting scams.
https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-avoid-phishing-scams
IdentityTheft.gov – Report and Recover from Identity Theft
The U.S. government resource for reporting identity theft and creating a personalized recovery plan.
https://www.identitytheft.gov/
The resources above are provided for informational purposes and link to external U.S. government websites. Shinhan Bank America is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of external websites.