Is it Spam? Is it Phishing? Cybercriminals have become quite savvy in their attempts to lure people in and get you to click on a link or open an attachment. A malicious email can look just like it comes from a financial institution, an e-commerce site, a government agency or other business. It often urges you to act quickly (account compromised!, order can't be fulfilled) or some other urgent or scary matter to address. Or could just be annoying ads you'd rather not see.
SAFE (Security Awareness for Everyone) is a program to increase awareness about cybersecurity. By raising awareness, we hope to help change online behaviors, as well as encourage you to practice safe computing habits, make smart and informed decisions about information security, and protect your business.
Passwords can be annoying, hard to remember, and inconvenient when you’re in a hurry – and with the growing number of internet services available, very difficult to keep on top of all those passwords you need and use every day. But passwords and password management is important if you want to protect your privacy and keep your sensitive information safe from hackers and cybercriminals! To help you with our ever growing number of passwords, we’ve provided some simple ways of creating and secure
There is so much information on the internet. Anything you want to know is there, all you have to do is type a few key words into your favorite search engine and there it is! Seemingly everything you could want to know, about anything, and it’s just a click away. Easy, right? But there is a dark side. Bad guys have taken advantage of the internet by making your searches take you where they want you to go, and then scamming you into giving them what they want. But you can fight back!
Cybersecurity threats are growing in number and sophistication. However, having secure habits, like the ones in this checklist, can significantly strengthen your security at work and at home. This month’s SAFE Tip Sheet focuses on cybersecurity. The practices in the checklist are the same ones employed at strong businesses every day. So check out the checklist to help keep you cyber-safe and secure.
Social media platforms have become an integral part of online lives. Social networks are a great way to stay connected with others, but you should be wary about how much personal information you post. Have your family, friends, and co-workers follow these tips to safely enjoy social media.