Protect confidential details
Do not share account numbers, passwords, OTPs or PINs with unknown individuals.
Stay secure
Cybersecurity in Banking
Learn how to protect your banking information and what to do if you experience cyber fraud.
Protect your banking
Security Starts with Awareness
Cybersecurity plays a crucial role in safeguarding banks and their customers' assets. Strong cybersecurity measures protect customers' funds and sensitive data, fostering trust and confidence in banking.
In banking, cybersecurity practices help counter threats such as phishing, sniffing and data breaches. Phishing deceives people into revealing personal information, sniffing intercepts and monitors network traffic, and data breaches can expose financial details.
Preventive measures for customers
Simple Steps to Stay Secure
Follow these measures published by APRB to reduce your exposure to cyber fraud.
Question suspicious messages
Do not click suspicious links or open unverified attachments in emails or text messages.
Scan attachments first
Scan attachments before opening them to reduce potential risk.
Use strong passwords
Use uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers and symbols, and update passwords regularly.
Install software updates
Install updates promptly, as they often include important security patches against malware.
Keep antivirus current
Regularly update antivirus software to strengthen your system defence.
Use trusted services
Enter personal information only on reputable websites and apps you trust.
Stay alert to scams
Keep informed about emerging cyberattack scams to avoid becoming a victim.
Avoid public Wi-Fi transactions
Do not carry out financial transactions over public Wi-Fi networks.
If you experience cyber fraud
Report It Without Delay
Report the incident through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal or call the national helpline. You may also contact APRB for assistance.
