This month’s newsletter is full of important information. Read the whole thing or check out the following sections that are pertinent to your role:
- Skip to the housing section where this month we’re reminding you about spring maintenance, roof inspections, and sharing a webinar from our partners at Krittenbrink Architecture.
- Click straight through to the chapter services section for some risk management reminders about renting out your chapter house.
- Or jump to our extra section this month sharing a webinar on generational differences.
As we kick off the new year, it’s the perfect time to ensure your chapter and house corporation are set up for success. This month’s newsletter is packed with essentials to help you start the year strong – read the whole thing or check out the following sections that are pertinent to your role:
- Skip to the housing section where this month we’re reminding you about insurance basics and values, and we’re sharing a recent webinar on real estate financing.
- Click straight through to the chapter services section for a new tool for pre-event planning.
- Or jump to our claims section this month covering some practical steps to protect your chapter and house corpoation’s funds.
As we wrap up another year, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible sorority women, leaders, and volunteers who make your organizations so strong.
This month’s newsletter is full of important information. Read the whole thing or check out the following sections that are pertinent to your role:
- Skip to the housing section where this month we’re reminding you about preparing for winter break, and we’re sharing our Winter Weather Bulletin in case you missed it.
- Click straight through to the chapter services section for an explainer on additional insured.
- Or jump to our special section this month covering some winter reminders for drivers.
The November newsletter is full of important information. Read the whole thing or check out the following sections that are pertinent to your role:
- Skip to the housing section where this month we’re reminding you about preparing for Thanksgiving break, and we’re talking about flu season.
- Click straight through to the chapter services section for a new resource for event planning and an explainer on additional insured.
- Or jump to our special sections this month covering some risk management reminders for drivers and for cyber risks.
Fall has officially arrived, and this issue of the newsletter is full of important resources. Read the whole thing or check out the following sections that are pertinent to your role:
- Skip to the housing section where this month we’re reminding you about how best to manage your chapter and house corporation funds, and we’re talking about wind and hail claims (again!).
- Click straight through to the chapter services section for our new Event Planning Toolkit.
- Or jump to our special sections this month covering some risk management reminders for drivers and for cyber risks.
Fall has officially arrived, and this issue of the newsletter is full of important resources. Read the whole thing or check out the following sections that are pertinent to your role:
- Skip to the housing section where this month we’re talking about how to tell the difference between employees and independent contracts (and why that is important), wind and hail claims (again!), sharing an important webinar about adapting our chapter houses, and discussing Campus Fire Safety Month.
- Click straight through to the chapter services section for a new event planning resource and to learn more about our redesigned Coverages section of our website.
- Or jump to our special section for this month on cyber where we share a webinar covering what is called Business Email Compromise (BEC)– a type of cyber attack that is among the most prevalent.
This visual guide empowers chapter members to see the big picture, ensuring every detail is covered from start to finish. Simplify your planning process and make your next event a success!
In this issue of our monthly newsletter, we cover background checks, mitigating the risk of wind and hail storms, share a webinar on security technology, review claims examples, our upcoming health promotions course, and more.
So, we’re betting at least some of your apps and online accounts have asked, “Do you want to opt into two-factor identification?” And, if you’re like many people, all that texting and code retrieval might seem just a little too much trouble.
Is all that security really necessary? Short answer: YES. And it doesn’t have to be hard.
Why should you use two factor identification?
Cyber attacks, personal data leaks, and phishing scams are becoming more common as hackers get more sophisticated and as we conduct more of our personal and financial transactions on apps and online. Scary factoid: the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center reported that people lose $57 million in phishing and smishing schemes each year.1
Two-factor identification (2FA) provides an extra layer of protection to help safeguard your personal data and your dollars when you are accessing websites and apps.
What exactly is two-factor identification?
Also referred to as “two-step authentication,” “two-step verification” or “multi-factor authentication,” 2FA is an electronic security protocol that prevents you from accessing a website or an app until you validate your identity with two or more pieces of proof. This helps ensure that unauthorized users can’t pretend to be you.
Multi-factor identification “secures your logins from attackers exploiting weak, stolen, or leaked credentials,” says Laura Bennett, Senior Vice President, e-Consumer North America for BlinkSM by Chubb®.
How do you enable 2FA protection?
Many widely-used internet service providers (e.g. Google, Apple, Amazon) and social media platforms (e.g. TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook/Instagram), as well as financial sites, productivity, and personal apps (e.g. Paypal, Slack, Fitbit) have 2FA capability.
- A helpful website that lists sites currently offering multi-factor identification can be found here: 2FA Directory.
- Enabling 2FA is typically done through your user account and/or security tab. Instructions vary, so check with the individual sites or apps for specifics.
- There are a number of authentication apps that consolidate and streamline your 2FA efforts. In other words, the app automatically authenticates you and eliminates the code sending step. The advantages of using these are that they typically work even when you don’t have access to cell service, and they are considered more secure than text messages. Some of the most popular apps are Authy, Google Authenticator, Duo, and Microsoft Authenticator.
We do not endorse any particular vendor or brand of 2FA, but consumers should take time to research options along with the benefits of utilizing 2FA for their circumstances.
Is two-factor identification foolproof?
Currently, 2FA apps are the most secure user authentication methods. However, it is important to always practice good cyber hygiene habits:
- “Leverage alerts on all accounts (especially financial) to warn you of suspicious activity,” Bennett advises.
- Use a strong and unique username and password and never save passwords in your web browser.
- Keep your computer’s operating system up to date. This is to ensure you have the latest security features in place.
- Be wary of emails, texts, or attachments from unfamiliar or suspicious-looking senders especially those that ask for personal data.
- Avoid using open wi-fi networks, which are easily hacked.
We do not endorse any particular vendor or brand of 2FA, but consumers should take time to research options along with the benefits of utilizing 2FA for their circumstances.
Source: Chubb, the cyber insurance provider for MJ Sorority
In this issue of our monthly newsletter, we cover continuing chaos in the property insurance market, mental health awareness resources, the importance of two factor authentification, upcoming health promotions course, and more.