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Preventing Business Email Compromise (BEC): Safeguarding Your Business and Personal Finances

  Preventing Business Email Compromise (BEC): Safeguarding Your Business and Personal Finances In today’s interconnected digital age, email fraud poses a significant threat to individuals and businesses alike. Business Email Compromise (BEC), a particularly insidious form of cybercrime, preys on trust and exploits human behaviour rather than relying solely on technical loopholes. This article delves into what BEC is, how it works, and how you can protect yourself. Additionally, we’ll discuss how the IT-UK Tech Team is equipped to educate and support you in combating these threats. The Threat of BEC Business Email Compromise scams have led to billions in global financial losses, targeting businesses of all sizes. What makes these scams so dangerous is their sophistication and the personal touch scammers often employ to gain trust. Real-Life Case Take Teresa W.’s harrowing experience: cybercriminals accessed her email account, created forwarding rules, and nearly tricked her personal...