October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!
Cybersecurity threats are regularly in the news, but CHTS knows how to guard against them! October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’ve put together 5 tips to help you stay secure and turn away the bad guys looking to steal your data:
Guard Your Login Credentials - Don’t enter your credentials unless you are certain an app or website is genuine and secure.
Use Multi-Factor Authentication - MFA requires multiple forms of ID, such as a password and a code sent to a smartphone. Using MFA means cybercriminals will have a harder time gaining access to your data, even if your password is compromised.
Use a Password Manager – How can you remember those long, complex passwords for all your online accounts? A password manager allows you to securely store your passwords and can even generate complex passwords for you.
Avoid Oversharing on Social Media – Social Media accounts can be useful, but cybercriminals recognize they are a treasure trove of personal data. Watch out for subtle ways your data is gathered, such as games or quizzes that ask for personal details.
Be Aware of Data Tracking - When you create an account or use a service, read the organization’s privacy policy to learn what personal data will be collected and who your data will be shared with.
Now it’s time to test your knowledge in a mini-game: Enter The Danger Zone here and see if you have what it takes to beat the hacker!
If your organization needs more information about our cybersecurity tools, contact Cory Watts at cwatts@cohitech.com.
