realreward
29 Sep 2005, 08:34 PM
An article that may benefit the SG community...
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How To Prevent Your E-gold Account From Being Hacked
Once you register an E-gold account, beware of the fact that it might become an object for numerous hackers' attacks. All transactions conducted within this system are irreversible, and this is the factor which makes E-gold accounts so attractive for hackers. However, it is quite possible to avoid losing your money by taking a few steps towards making your E-gold account as secure as possible.
First of all, it is better to access the E-gold website via their
secure IP protocol (https://63.240.230.10/) rather than via the standard address (http://www.e-gold.com). In case you get a pop-up notification about a data mismatch in E-gold's security certificate, take your time to check its number prior to proceeding to your account. In order to do it, click on "Check Certificate" in the notification window (as mentioned above, it pops up automatically - otherwise, you've got no reasons to worry).
E-gold certificate number should be the following: 587C C88D BAAB DFC3 FD81 BB2E 5B93 6931. In case of the certificate number being different, it is better to close the window of your browser and do everything all over again.
Given the enormous number of spying software (also known as "spyware") on the Internet, E-gold has taken extensive security measures to prevent the accounts of its members from unauthorized access. The most important of these measures are Browser Access settings and IP Address Change
Sensitivity.
The first measure detects the change of an Internet browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator, Mozilla etc) with the help of which an E-gold account is being accessed while the second one is in charge of an IP address change (when you are using a different
computer). Both of these options should be set to "Highest" at all times (by default they are set to "Medium", so you should readjust your settings manually after you log in to your account).
In case the system detects a slightest change, it you will be required to enter a special PIN number, which will be automatically sent to the e-mail address you have used for your sign-up with E-gold. That's why it is vital to create a new e-mail address specifically for this purpose and never reveal it to anyone or use it in any other way. Use a different e-mail address to sign
up with investment programs.
If your local ISP does not provide you with an e-mail address (which would be the most ultimate option), it is best to use public e-mail services with higher level of security (for instance, you might consider Gmail.com or FastMail.com whose accounts are not easy to hack). Try to avoid using Hotmail or Yahoo - professional hackers crack their passwords within a couple of hours.
In case you did not receive a PIN number at your e-mail account, try again. If the problem persists, you might consider contacting E-gold's customer support.
It is not secure enough to enter your account number and password manually, as "Trojan Horses" and other spying software of this sort spot everything you type on your keyboard and momentarily transfer this information to the ones who have sent them to your computer.
Instead, try using the SRK (virtual keyboard) option offered by E-gold to its clients. Once you click on a round picture with the letters "SRK" on it (it is located to the right from your password field), a virtual keyboard will open in a new window.
Enter your password by clicking on letters with your mouth (every time you activate this option, the letters are laced in a different order). Use the arrow sign to see more symbols on the keyboard (such as capital letters or numbers). After the password is entered, close the keyboard window and hit "Enter". Keep in mind that your password should never be a word which can be found in dictionaries and should always contain both letters and digits.
Alternatively, you can choose to use some more advanced software with a similar concept (for example, RoboForm - its free version is available for download at http://www.roboform.com).
Once you have checked your account balance and conducted all the necessary transactions, click "Log Out" and close your browser window. Then go to the "Properties" section of your browser and click "Delete Cookies". By clearing your cache you eliminate the risk of unwanted programs being activated.
In addition, you should have a standard set of anti-virus software
installed on your computer. Should there be a new update of the software you are using, do not hesitate to download it (an automatic notification will appear on your screen).
Remember that you are allowed to open multiple E-gold accounts. So if you are using big amounts of money for online transactions, it would be best to split it proportionally between these accounts, with a different password being set up for each of them. Never use the same password for your e-mail and E-gold account.
Also, do not keep large amounts of money on your account balance. Transfer the money to a destination account without unnecessary waiting (but if you have started having doubts
about a particular program, it's better not to invest).
Finally, change your e-mail and E-gold password at least once per two months. Many closed programs sell their databases to hackers, so you never know who might find out your E-gold account number.
Do not be lazy - it's better to spend a few minutes changing your password than a few years recovering your stolen money.
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Rgds,
You can also view at : http://simurl.com/scregld
=====================================
HYIP NEWSLETTER - stay up to date in the hyip world!
http://www.hyipinvestment.com
http://www.hyipdiscussion.com
How To Prevent Your E-gold Account From Being Hacked
Once you register an E-gold account, beware of the fact that it might become an object for numerous hackers' attacks. All transactions conducted within this system are irreversible, and this is the factor which makes E-gold accounts so attractive for hackers. However, it is quite possible to avoid losing your money by taking a few steps towards making your E-gold account as secure as possible.
First of all, it is better to access the E-gold website via their
secure IP protocol (https://63.240.230.10/) rather than via the standard address (http://www.e-gold.com). In case you get a pop-up notification about a data mismatch in E-gold's security certificate, take your time to check its number prior to proceeding to your account. In order to do it, click on "Check Certificate" in the notification window (as mentioned above, it pops up automatically - otherwise, you've got no reasons to worry).
E-gold certificate number should be the following: 587C C88D BAAB DFC3 FD81 BB2E 5B93 6931. In case of the certificate number being different, it is better to close the window of your browser and do everything all over again.
Given the enormous number of spying software (also known as "spyware") on the Internet, E-gold has taken extensive security measures to prevent the accounts of its members from unauthorized access. The most important of these measures are Browser Access settings and IP Address Change
Sensitivity.
The first measure detects the change of an Internet browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator, Mozilla etc) with the help of which an E-gold account is being accessed while the second one is in charge of an IP address change (when you are using a different
computer). Both of these options should be set to "Highest" at all times (by default they are set to "Medium", so you should readjust your settings manually after you log in to your account).
In case the system detects a slightest change, it you will be required to enter a special PIN number, which will be automatically sent to the e-mail address you have used for your sign-up with E-gold. That's why it is vital to create a new e-mail address specifically for this purpose and never reveal it to anyone or use it in any other way. Use a different e-mail address to sign
up with investment programs.
If your local ISP does not provide you with an e-mail address (which would be the most ultimate option), it is best to use public e-mail services with higher level of security (for instance, you might consider Gmail.com or FastMail.com whose accounts are not easy to hack). Try to avoid using Hotmail or Yahoo - professional hackers crack their passwords within a couple of hours.
In case you did not receive a PIN number at your e-mail account, try again. If the problem persists, you might consider contacting E-gold's customer support.
It is not secure enough to enter your account number and password manually, as "Trojan Horses" and other spying software of this sort spot everything you type on your keyboard and momentarily transfer this information to the ones who have sent them to your computer.
Instead, try using the SRK (virtual keyboard) option offered by E-gold to its clients. Once you click on a round picture with the letters "SRK" on it (it is located to the right from your password field), a virtual keyboard will open in a new window.
Enter your password by clicking on letters with your mouth (every time you activate this option, the letters are laced in a different order). Use the arrow sign to see more symbols on the keyboard (such as capital letters or numbers). After the password is entered, close the keyboard window and hit "Enter". Keep in mind that your password should never be a word which can be found in dictionaries and should always contain both letters and digits.
Alternatively, you can choose to use some more advanced software with a similar concept (for example, RoboForm - its free version is available for download at http://www.roboform.com).
Once you have checked your account balance and conducted all the necessary transactions, click "Log Out" and close your browser window. Then go to the "Properties" section of your browser and click "Delete Cookies". By clearing your cache you eliminate the risk of unwanted programs being activated.
In addition, you should have a standard set of anti-virus software
installed on your computer. Should there be a new update of the software you are using, do not hesitate to download it (an automatic notification will appear on your screen).
Remember that you are allowed to open multiple E-gold accounts. So if you are using big amounts of money for online transactions, it would be best to split it proportionally between these accounts, with a different password being set up for each of them. Never use the same password for your e-mail and E-gold account.
Also, do not keep large amounts of money on your account balance. Transfer the money to a destination account without unnecessary waiting (but if you have started having doubts
about a particular program, it's better not to invest).
Finally, change your e-mail and E-gold password at least once per two months. Many closed programs sell their databases to hackers, so you never know who might find out your E-gold account number.
Do not be lazy - it's better to spend a few minutes changing your password than a few years recovering your stolen money.
-----------------------------------------------------
Rgds,