We hope you had some fun while learning something new about cybersecurity and ways to stay secure. We will close out the month with the leading security issue, Human Error, which has increased with our increased use of technology in our everyday life.
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Human Error vs. Sound Judgment
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Human Error is has been identified as the leading reason for most security incidents. Watch this Mimecast sketch and see where Human Error should be replaced with Sound Judgment. After watching see if you can reduce Human Error with your day-to-day online activities.
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SIMPLE TIPS to detecting a Phish and things you can do.
Play hard to get with strangers. Links in email and online posts are often the way cybercriminals compromise your computer. If you’re unsure who an email is from—even if the details appear accurate—do not respond, and do not click on any links or attachments found in that email.
- Be cautious of generic greetings such as “Hello Bank Customer,” as these are often signs of phishing attempts. If you are concerned about the legitimacy of an email, call the company directly.
- Think before you act. Be wary of communications that implore you to act immediately. Many phishing emails attempt to create a sense of urgency, causing the recipient to fear their account or information is in jeopardy. If you receive a suspicious email that appears to be from someone you know, reach out to that person directly on a separate secure platform. If the email comes from an organization but still looks “phishy,” reach out to them via customer service to verify the communication.
- Protect your personal information. If people contacting you have key details from your life—your job title, multiple email addresses, full name, and more that you may have published online somewhere—they can attempt a direct spear-phishing attack on you. Cyber criminals can also use social engineering with these details to try to manipulate you into skipping normal security protocols.
Want to see if you can spot a phish?
Visit the google phishing quiz site.
https://phishingquiz.withgoogle.com/
The overarching theme for the month is, ‘Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.’ and Suffolk University is proud to support this initiative this October.
Throughout the month we will post a new tip or video around the theme of 'Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.'
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Phishing and Passwords
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Phishing is still a common and growing event. Watch this Defense Works sketch where some common phishing scam emails are played out in real life. Maybe after viewing you can better spot phishing scams.
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