Fraud Prevention - Web Browsing

Web Browsing

Pop-Up Advertisements

Pop-ups appear in a separate browser window and, when clicked, can download harmful spyware or adware to your computer. While some make legitimate offers, many pop-ups are attempts to obtain your sensitive information.
Prosperity Bank will never ask you to verify personal financial information in a pop-up advertisement.

SPYWARE AND VIRUSES

Spyware and viruses are destructive programs loaded on your computer without your permission or knowledge. Spyware appears as a legitimate application on your computer but actually monitors your activity and collects sensitive information. Viruses are harmful programs spread through the Internet that can compromise the security of your computer. Maintaining up-to-date anti-spyware and virus protection software and firewalls help avoid these risks.

Keep your computer updated with the most recent web browser and operating system updates. Load anti-virus software on your computer. Some of these also include a firewall for further protection.