thread Re: Security in Online Store

Security

mountainlight8 — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 02:15:08 GMT

Our network is down and we auto connected to a hotspot. Can our bank acct be hacked?

Re: Security

Kassi_ — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 12:30:16 GMT

Welcome to the Community, @mountainlight8 -

Great question! Are you limiting who can connect to your hotspot. If so, that is a greater defense to have with your account (just like a wifi connection).

In my experience, the hotspot provides the same amount of security as a mobile hotspot.

If you're worried about security, you can always add the 2 Step Verification onto your account.

Re: Security

mountainlight8 — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 13:13:01 GMT

It’s a mobile hotspot. Our network disappeared and we automatically connected to it. It’s xfinity wifi which I think is less secure than XFINITY. My question is, could somebody get in and hack the bank account?

Re: Security

Kassi_ — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 14:46:38 GMT

Ah okay, @mountainlight8.

If Xfinity is less secure, then there is a risk of someone getting into the bank account through the connection. An option would be to check with them for any added security they could provide through their service.

I would consider the 2 Step Verification, so it is added security on our end.

Re: Security

mountainlight8 — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 14:54:25 GMT

Thank you, Kassi! We will activate the two-step verification as we work to resolve this internet issue.

Re: Security

Kassi_ — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 15:22:48 GMT

You're welcome, @mountainlight8!