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Uncover the Shocking Tactics of Cyber Criminals

 

Join Deputy General Counsel Shannon Widman and CertifID’s Tom Cronkright. Tom is very knowledgeable about how cyber criminals have successfully targeted businesses just like yours. He will have information about how it works, new schemes and what you can do to protect yourself.

Length: 40:44

Published: 07/30/2025

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In the latest Title Now webinar, Shannon Widman and Tom Cronkright discuss the rising threat of wire fraud in real estate, emphasizing the importance of verifying identities and implementing robust cybersecurity measures. They highlight the dangers of seller impersonation fraud and the need for multi-factor authentication to protect against scams. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by title agents and law firms, particularly those with multiple offices, in managing unsolicited title order requests. Additionally, they address the limitations of E&O insurance in covering cyber breaches and the need for new pricing models for smaller businesses. The session concludes with a call for increased awareness and proactive measures to combat fraud in the industry.