Security when using E-Banking services
Protect yourself against E-Banking fraud. We have compiled the most important E-Banking security tips for you.
Attention: Phishing websites / E-Banking login pages
Fraude websites are currently circulating on the Internet. Their aim is to get you to enter your E-Banking login details (e.g. contract number, password). By following the tips below, you can make an important contribution to your security.
Examples of a phishing website:
Tips for Secure E-Banking:
- An antivirus program protects your devices from access by third parties
- Always keep your operating system up to date.
- Only log in to Zuger Kantonalbank E-Banking via the official website www.zugerkb.ch. Do not use any links that you find in search engines (Google, Bing, etc.).
- Before entering your personal login data, check the authenticity of the security certificate (at the top of the browser URL). Zuger Kantonalbank E-Banking uses the address wwwsec.ebanking.zugerkb.ch
- Check your pending payments at the end of your E-Banking session.
- Always exit E-Banking or mobile banking with Log out.
- Always clear your browser history / cache after leaving E-Banking.
Security recommendations for mobile banking
In addition to the general security measures for E-Banking, please note the following recommendations for mobile banking:
- Never leave your device unattended
- Use a strong password and keep it a secret
- Do not save access data such as contract number and password on the mobile device
- Always enter your login details in public under cover
- Always end a mobile banking session with a complete logout
- Use the latest version of the ZugerKB Mobile Banking app and operating system
- Activate the code lock for your device (screen saver password)
- Do not perform a jailbreak/rooting (impairment of the security infrastructure)
- Zuger Kantonalbank does not use SMS authentication for E-Banking login. This means that you will NEVER receive an SMS from Zuger Kantonalbank when you log in to E-Banking
Further information
Information from the Federal Administration admin.ch
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