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This October we are focusing on good security habits.
Thank you. We hope you had some fun while learning something new about cybersecurity and ways to stay secure.
Some parting tips on being safe online, pausing before clicking, and being thoughtful about cybersecurity.
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Human Error vs Sound Judgment?
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Slow down and pause before you act. Human Error 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 in your day-to-day activities.
A last lesson from the 1950s about being "thoughtful". What does that mean? Well, watch this video and find out why from “Billy” (StaySafeOnline.org)
Some key points to remember:
Use sound judgment and avoid human errors. Slow down and pause before clicking. Updating to the latest security software, web browser, and operating systems. Understand at least the basic security settings for all your apps and devices. (Mimecast Human Error vs Sound Judgment)
Be aware of Deepfakes and always verify using separate channels, such as using known contact information or official websites. (Deepfake AI)
Create strong, unique passphrases, and do not Re-Use those passwords. Change default passwords for all your devices. (Magic passwords - The Secret)
Be aware and on the lookout for phishy things. (Phishing It Wasn't Me)
DO Know your data. Use added caution to protect data that is sensitive, whether it on paper or digital.
- Pay attention to opening email links or attachments. Make sure it was something you expected, and you know who sent it.
- Be careful not to provide/give away sensitive data. Don't be fooled. Always confirm who you are sending the data to, and it is someone who should be receiving the sensitive data.
Avoid using weak passwords or storing passwords in unreliable places; Such as plain text (word, excel, email, phone, google) or even on sticky notes on the office desk or around the house.
- Use Multifactor for all services that you have access to. (i.e. bank login, personal email, social media, personal cloud storage, etc.)
- Encrypt sensitive data whenever possible. Understand how to encrypt or protect sensitive data.
- Back up and secure important data.
Want to see if you can spot a phish?
Visit the google phishing quiz site.
https://phishingquiz.withgoogle.com/
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Phishing - From AI Deepfakes to Social Media to QR Code
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Always verify a QR code before providing any sensitive information when using one. Watch this video from ABC7 Chicago on Fake QR Code TIPS,
(ABC7Chicago plays directly on ABC7 Chicago - may have Ad)
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Visit the google phishing quiz site.
https://phishingquiz.withgoogle.com/
Before you Delete a Phishing Email Message, please Report it using the Report Phishing button in Outlook
How to Report Phishing
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“Junk” is another email word for spam or unsolicited unwanted email. Phishing, on the other hand, is a malicious email meant to steal or trick you into sharing credentials, personal information, installing malicious software, or taking your money.
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When you “Report Phishing” Outlook deletes the message from your inbox and it is reported to our Office 365 environment for tuning our filtering potential potentially new similar bad messages.
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This week we look at how AI is being used to scam you. Phishing doesn't just happen through email, it can be over Text, Phone and even social media. With the evolving AI scammers are making it harder for you to detect these scams. Watch this NBC news video (2022) and see how easy it is to clone someone's voice of a family member, a friend, a co-worker, or even your boss. Pay attention to the things that you can do before you get scammed out of your money or personal information.
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