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ValorTech CEO Bryan Sevener Featured on FOX6 “Real Milwaukee” Providing Cybersecurity Tips for Holiday Shoppers

PRESS RELEASE | 1 minute read | November 20, 2023

ValorTech CEO Bryan Sevener sits down with the "Real Milwaukee" team to discuss how consumers can stay safe from digital scammers while shopping online this holiday season.

MILWAUKEE, WI — November 20, 2023 — As the holiday shopping season kicks off, Bryan Sevener, CEO of ValorTech, appeared on FOX6 Milwaukee’s "Real Milwaukee" to warn consumers about the rise of sophisticated online scams and provide actionable advice for staying secure during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

In a segment with the "Real Milwaukee" hosts, Sevener highlighted that holiday excitement often leads to lapses in digital judgment. Drawing on his expertise in military-grade cybersecurity, he provided a roadmap for shoppers to distinguish between legitimate deals and predatory phishing attempts.

Key cybersecurity insights provided by Bryan Sevener in the FOX6 interview include:

The "Too Good to Be True" Rule: Sevener warned that scammers often use unbelievable prices on high-demand items to lure victims into providing credit card information or clicking malicious links.
Verifying the Source: He emphasized the importance of checking URL spellings and ensuring websites are secure (looking for "https") before entering payment details, noting that "copycat" sites are a major threat during the holidays.
Using Secure Payment Methods: Sevener recommended using credit cards or third-party payment processors like PayPal rather than debit cards, as they offer better fraud protection and keep your primary bank account isolated from potential breaches.
The Dangers of Public Wi-Fi: He advised shoppers to avoid making purchases while connected to public Wi-Fi networks at malls or coffee shops, as these unencrypted connections can be easily intercepted by bad actors.

ValorTech remains dedicated to educating the Milwaukee community on the importance of proactive cybersecurity, ensuring that both businesses and individuals can navigate the digital world with confidence.

To view the full "Real Milwaukee" segment featuring Bryan Sevener, visit:https://www.fox6now.com/video/1346526

ValorTech CEO Bryan Sevener sits down with the "Real Milwaukee" team to discuss how consumers can stay safe from digital scammers while shopping online this holiday season.

Key cybersecurity insights provided by Bryan Sevener in the FOX6 interview include:

The "Too Good to Be True" Rule: Sevener warned that scammers often use unbelievable prices on high-demand items to lure victims into providing credit card information or clicking malicious links.
Verifying the Source: He emphasized the importance of checking URL spellings and ensuring websites are secure (looking for "https") before entering payment details, noting that "copycat" sites are a major threat during the holidays.
Using Secure Payment Methods: Sevener recommended using credit cards or third-party payment processors like PayPal rather than debit cards, as they offer better fraud protection and keep your primary bank account isolated from potential breaches.
The Dangers of Public Wi-Fi: He advised shoppers to avoid making purchases while connected to public Wi-Fi networks at malls or coffee shops, as these unencrypted connections can be easily intercepted by bad actors.

To view the full "Real Milwaukee" segment featuring Bryan Sevener, visit:https://www.fox6now.com/video/1346526