Affiliate since: 08/06/2012, Power Rank: 255 | Read Ronilo's 408 other Ask SC answers

With the biggest success of SFI, it is not surprising that many cyber criminals will try to either steal or destroy SFI and its affiliates.

Last month, my commission was stolen by a hacker but this incident has increased my trust in SFI. SFI have recovered my stolen commission and gave it back to me.

I am always reading Gery's updates on this cyber attacks and I am discussing them with my downlines. This is the way I reassured them and not to be dismayed because SFI has the capacity and knowledge how to counter these attacks.

SFI does not only counter the attacks technically thought their IT professionals but is in fact cooperating with FBI to bring the culprit to justice.

So this is what I do to encourage my downline to just continue with their activity with SFI; I am emphasizing to them the confidence that I have with SFI since I joined 1 and half years ago. I am telling them my experiences with SFI, like the one I mentioned above.

For those of you who don't have much experience yet with SFI to share, you can build the confidence of your downlines by sharing the actions that SFI is doing for this latest cyber attack.

The most importantly, assist them personally on how to get back to their normal activities. In my my case I have 5 affiliates who had problem logging in, I contacted them through skype and assisted them until they regain back their access.
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With the biggest success of SFI, it is not surprising that many cyber criminals will try to either steal or destroy SFI and its affiliates.

Last month, my commission was stolen by a hacker but this incident has increased my trust in SFI. SFI have recovered my stolen commission and gave it back to me.

I am always reading Gery's updates on this cyber attacks and I am discussing them with my downlines. This is the way I reassured them and not to be dismayed because SFI has the
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Affiliate since: 11/24/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Gregory's 28 other Ask SC answers

We all know of the amount of back office work put in to safeguard SFI from future cyber-attacks. In addition the several layers of security put in place when you log in. This in itself shows that SFI is taking its' business seriously. One of the reasons for the cyber attack is I believe the success of SFI and competitors are trying to destroy the credibilty of SFI.

We can assure our downline that SFI means business and that during the attack, SFI credited affiliates accounts that were affected with the daily 10 VP and the VP streak. The Founder and CEO of SFI was in constant communication with all the affiliates during this period and kept everyone informed. He also issued instructions on how to overcome the issue of log in and made recommendations. Although the company was affected the affiliate accounts, credit card details, were secure and safe. This itself should be enough.

I am sure downline will understand the efforts taken by SFI management and continue as we show them that they are partners too, in this business.
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We all know of the amount of back office work put in to safeguard SFI from future cyber-attacks. In addition the several layers of security put in place when you log in. This in itself shows that SFI is taking its' business seriously. One of the reasons for the cyber attack is I believe the success of SFI and competitors are trying to destroy the credibilty of SFI.

We can assure our downline that SFI means business and that during the attack, SFI credited affiliates accounts that were
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

This is a very apt question in light of what has recently happened to SFI, there will still be a lot of anxiety and doubt out there about the security of our stored details with SFI. In this day and age unfortunately we are very much at the mercy of certain individuals who prefer to err on the wrong side of the law and try to access our details(especially Credit Card details) for illegal monetary gain.

The fact that this is, as far as I am aware, the first time SFI has been compromised, says a tremedous amount about the security precautions Gery Carson and his team at SFI have put in place to protect our details, and the swiftness in which they acted when they became aware of the cyber attack has more than likely stifled any real attempt for these cyber thieves to actually gain any real useful information.

Advise your downline of all the new security measures that have since been put in place, with further measures also being investigated for implementation by SFI, also advise them of how well we were all kept informed of what had happened and what steps were being taken by SFI to rectify the problem. The numerous amount of informative e-mails sent out to all affiliates by Gery demonstrates his sincerity and genuine desire to protect our business, and whilst we will probably never really know to exactly what extent the criminals gained access to our private details, I think the extremely quick actions that he undertook upon learning of this attack has saved us all from a lot of unfortunate misery and heartache.

We are lucky to be in such good hands, and I am more than happy that there has been sufficient action taken recently and in the past to safeguard our privacy. Onward and upward team!!
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This is a very apt question in light of what has recently happened to SFI, there will still be a lot of anxiety and doubt out there about the security of our stored details with SFI. In this day and age unfortunately we are very much at the mercy of certain individuals who prefer to err on the wrong side of the law and try to access our details(especially Credit Card details) for illegal monetary gain.

The fact that this is, as far as I am aware, the first time SFI has been compromised,
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

Unfortunately Cyber Attacks are a growing concern for any on-line business.

Gery Carson and the SFI team acted as soon as they were aware that we were under attack. They immediately implemented new security precautions and were in contact with the FBI. They informed all the members as soon as they possibly could about the situation.

Gery was on the forum constantly answering members concerns and the SFI support team have been working round the clock to get through all the submitted tickets!

These measures and the continual updates we received just show you what a great company this is and how much they actually care about their members!
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Unfortunately Cyber Attacks are a growing concern for any on-line business.

Gery Carson and the SFI team acted as soon as they were aware that we were under attack. They immediately implemented new security precautions and were in contact with the FBI. They informed all the members as soon as they possibly could about the situation.

Gery was on the forum constantly answering members concerns and the SFI support team have been working round the clock to get through all the submitted
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Affiliate since: 08/29/2013, Power Rank: 308 | Read Gilbert's 79 other Ask SC answers

When the security threat was first mentioned to us I immediately followed the instructions given and re-verified my computer and mobile for SFI use. And, as requested, I also changed my password. I have had no problems since then.

We were also asked to reassure our downline. This I did in a Stream Post and in my next weekly TeamMail to all my PSAs and CSAs. I include it here because I think it will probably adequately answer Narine’s question.

“Unfortunately security is an ongoing issue for any business, particularly an internet one. It’s great to know SFI take their responsibilities seriously. And even if I have had to change my SFI password – that’s a small price to pay to ensure my future online security. I’ve written a Stream Post about it, which I repeat here. Hopefully this will increase your confidence in SFI’s ability to look after your security. I have no issues at all with SFI about this.

Here is my Stream Post: -

‘ “SFI v CYBER ATTACK”

SFI 1 Cyber Attack 0

Am I glad to have the SFI corporate clout behind me?

I don’t have to do anything – except follow the new instructions about verifying the devices that I use to login with.

Just another reason to rejoice in being a member of SFI!

Team - just follow the instructions.

Need help? Just ask.’

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When the security threat was first mentioned to us I immediately followed the instructions given and re-verified my computer and mobile for SFI use. And, as requested, I also changed my password. I have had no problems since then.

We were also asked to reassure our downline. This I did in a Stream Post and in my next weekly TeamMail to all my PSAs and CSAs. I include it here because I think it will probably adequately answer Narine’s question.

“Unfortunately security is
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Affiliate since: 12/30/2020, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Rainne's 13 other Ask SC answers

The cyber-attack situation was a very frustrating period and I would be telling less than the truth if I said I was not disturbed by the interruption in my daily SFI routine.

Therefore, I can only imagine how members in my downline, especially new members were feeling. How can we encourage them to continue with SFI? This is how. First YOU must continue. You then can encourage them to continue and impress upon them the kind of strong leadership we have in SFI President Gery Carson. Let them know his track record and business background, his accomplishments and his amazing success.Tell your downline that SFI has been going and growing stronger for 16 years now and we are just getting started, we are still in the infancy stage. Tell them about SFI fine standing with the BBB. Tell them of the many successful businessmen and women who have been with SFI for many years, some from the very beginning and they are still with SFI despite the recent cyber attack.

Tell them SFI would not crumble due to a cyber-attack, the bad guys would need a lot more fire power to sink ship SFI. This is what our downline need to know.

It's important to realize that SFI is on the CHARTS and gaining momentum as I write. We can expect trouble from the outside. No one bothers or notices you unless you are making waves and ship SFI is causes tidal waves, so naturally we are being noticed. We are being noticed by the good guys and the bad guys as well...its all business as usual.

This recent attack was no doubt an inconvenience to many but on the bright side SFI was made stronger and more secure than before. We learned, we grew and we will continue growing. SFI is unstoppable. We are still here aren't we?

Now if any members of your downline feel a need to quit after telling them the above; save yourself some time and let them go.

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The cyber-attack situation was a very frustrating period and I would be telling less than the truth if I said I was not disturbed by the interruption in my daily SFI routine.

Therefore, I can only imagine how members in my downline, especially new members were feeling. How can we encourage them to continue with SFI? This is how. First YOU must continue. You then can encourage them to continue and impress upon them the kind of strong leadership we have in SFI President Gery Carson. Let
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Affiliate since: 04/13/2012, Power Rank: 785 | Read Andrew's 330 other Ask SC answers

SFI and TripleClicks are no less secure than Ebay or Amazon, both of which were hacked and are under daily attacks.

Facebook recently had personal data stolen on 200 million+ users, Twitter was hacked last year, several U.S. and International banks were hacked and robbed late last year to the tune of over 120 million U.S. dollars.

Sad to say no business can guarantee it wont happen or wont hurt if it does happen but SFI has been openly updating us as to the fixes they are implementing. They have kept us updated well into the late hours of their day and worked through last weekend and were still answering member questions Saturday night.

Nowhere online will you get near the personal response you did with SFI. With all those sources I listed above you barely got a single message in your e-mail that simply stated the site was attacked and information was lost. With SFI people were on hand directly answering individual questions and offering personal support.

Each person needs to decide if that stellar display of loyalty to SFI and TripleClicks members was enough to reassure them but I am telling you that a better response to such a bad situation can not and will not be handled better than what this team has done.

A Massive thank you to Gery and his team for righting the ship and handling the disgruntled crew.
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SFI and TripleClicks are no less secure than Ebay or Amazon, both of which were hacked and are under daily attacks.

Facebook recently had personal data stolen on 200 million+ users, Twitter was hacked last year, several U.S. and International banks were hacked and robbed late last year to the tune of over 120 million U.S. dollars.

Sad to say no business can guarantee it wont happen or wont hurt if it does happen but SFI has been openly updating us as to the fixes they are implementing.
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Affiliate since: 10/26/2013, Power Rank: 531 | Read Nafisa's 286 other Ask SC answers

I am no IT guru and therefore amazed at how the SFI site works so efficiently, is updated almost immediately at each action one takes, whether it is purchasing T Credits or sending a PSA Mailer. And this is true not only for myself but all those thousands of Affiliates who are in the program. For arguments sake, one might say that the tools to create such a website are available to SFI but yet you are not out there with other companies but here with SFI.

That in itself says a lot about the company and those who run it and why your downlines should continue.

Cyber attacks, in my view are not uncommon in the USA and other parts of the world but it is only SFI who have been able to shield us from more problems than we experienced. If we are fair, these were some of the important issues:

-logging in was one major issue;
-security breach on cards;
-a few problems with the website that were perhaps as a result of the breach of security;
- in some rare cases, some statistics went haywire but they were rectified

Against what we would have lost, explain to the affiliates what were the gains.

The protocol that protects the website has been strengthened, we have not lost anything except the time spent in trying to log in but those who still had problems logging in, were compensated for the points lost and we are back on track without feeling a major impact of the attack.

If you give up your activity with SFI after this "minor" set back, I am inclined to believe that in your life, setbacks are common-will you give up instead of being patient as you try to sort out the problem(s)?

These explanations should suffice - how you put it to them will have the necessary impact that you need to get them to continue.



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I am no IT guru and therefore amazed at how the SFI site works so efficiently, is updated almost immediately at each action one takes, whether it is purchasing T Credits or sending a PSA Mailer. And this is true not only for myself but all those thousands of Affiliates who are in the program. For arguments sake, one might say that the tools to create such a website are available to SFI but yet you are not out there with other companies but here with SFI.

That in itself says a lot about
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Affiliate since: 06/11/2013, Power Rank: 219 | Read Maree's 55 other Ask SC answers

Tell them that you have have made contact with a victim of this attack.
That SFI and Triple Clicks have set up a great security measure.
The minute they were made aware of the situation, they set balls in motion.

Some members were left frustrated and confused. BUT SFI sent emails updating all members on a regular basis. They always have their members best interests at heart.

I fully trust SFI. I have not lost confidence with them at all.

All my commissions were stolen in December.
SFI paid me all of these commissions, leaving themselves out of pocket.
No other site would be so generous towards their members.

I still make SFI and Triple Clicks my primary websites to promote on a daily basis.
They are always updating the information to protect all of us.
What more could you ask for.

Stress! No matter what business you decide to promote Via Affiliate Marketing.
There will always be hiccups.
I feel SFI will always be one step ahead now.
With the security that they have set in place. Seems very high tech.

I have peace of mind and feel secure in the knowledge that no one else will be hacking my account.



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Tell them that you have have made contact with a victim of this attack.
That SFI and Triple Clicks have set up a great security measure.
The minute they were made aware of the situation, they set balls in motion.

Some members were left frustrated and confused. BUT SFI sent emails updating all members on a regular basis. They always have their members best interests at heart.

I fully trust SFI. I have not lost confidence with them at all.

All my commissions
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Affiliate since: 01/02/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read LeLa's 6 other Ask SC answers

You take risk in any business. SFI has been a reliable business for over 16 years. Being that it is online, there are obvious dangers involved. When the danger came to light, they took immediate actions and made all parties involved aware. They executed a plan of action to prevent future attacks. They put plans of action in place to prevent any damage to all parties in the company. They also replace funds to affiliates that lost money in the attack.
SFI reacted to the situation in a professional manner. That is the type of company that I, personally, believe in and will continue to promote. The years of great business speaks for itself, and the bump in the road they faced did nothing but renew my faith in my decision to start my business through them. If you continue in your strive for financial freedom, that will reassure your faith in the business. Your actions will show even more than words. Continue your daily business. Read daily to stay updated and report anything that my help your downline in reference to the attack. If you are staying as professional about the situation as SFI has, your team members will recognize and realize this was a bump in the road and continue on their path.
I hope that helps
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You take risk in any business. SFI has been a reliable business for over 16 years. Being that it is online, there are obvious dangers involved. When the danger came to light, they took immediate actions and made all parties involved aware. They executed a plan of action to prevent future attacks. They put plans of action in place to prevent any damage to all parties in the company. They also replace funds to affiliates that lost money in the attack.
SFI reacted to the situation in a professional
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