October — cybersecurity month in Ukraine: simple steps to protect your finances and personal data

Digital security is the protection of your data, money, and access to important services.

SIM card — your digital key

Banking services, messengers, and social networks may be linked to your phone number.

How to protect your number:

  • Register your number with your mobile operator using your own documents.
  • Block remote SIM card replacement.
  • Set a PIN code for the SIM card.

Phishing — don’t take the bait

Fraudsters create fake websites of banks, government services, email services, and popular stores.

How to protect yourself:

  • Check the website address — even one extra letter can matter.
  • Don’t click on suspicious links, especially those about «payments», «assistance», or «prizes».
  • Don’t enter personal or banking details on unverified websites.

Vishing — when a fraudster calls

A fraudster may pose as an employee of a bank, the police, or another institution and tell you about a «suspicious transaction», «card blocking», or an «attempt to take out a loan».

Remember:

  • Don’t share SMS codes, PINs, CVVs, or passwords with anyone.
  • End the call and call the bank yourself using its official phone number.
  • If someone calls claiming to be a loved one, hang up and call them yourself.

Digital hygiene — every day

4 simple rules:

  • Enable two-factor authentication (2FA).
  • Use unique, strong passwords for different services.
  • Regularly update your operating system and apps.
  • Don’t share passwords or verification codes with anyone.

Protect your credit history with UBCH

Keep track of what happens to your credit history:

  • Check your credit history regularly.
  • Activate «StatusControl» — receive notifications about inquiries and changes to your credit history.
  • Activate FREEZE if you do not plan to take out new loans. It restricts new creditors’ access to your credit history for the approval of a new loan.
  • Lost your passport? Register it using UBCH’s «Register a lost passport» service.

Cybersecurity starts with simple actions.
Security starts with us.