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This October we are focusing on risky behaviors and will provide some tips on how to identify them and things you can do.
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Thank you and hope you have enjoyed Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
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To wrap up the month we will take a lesson from the 1950s about being "thoughtful". What does that mean? Well, watch this video and find out why from “Billy” (StaySafeOnline.org)
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We hope you had some fun while learning something new about cybersecurity and ways to stay secure.
Some key points to remember:
Use sound judgment and avoid human errors. 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 Judgement)
Create strong, unique passphrases, and do not Re-Use those passwords. Change default passwords for all your devices. (Jimmy Kimmel Live - What's Your Password)
Be aware and on the lookout for phishy things. (Phishing It Wasn't Me)
Want to see if you can spot a phish?
Visit the google phishing quiz site.
https://phishingquiz.withgoogle.com/
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Human Error vs Sound Judgement?
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Continuing with risky behaviors, we balance it against sound judgment. 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 with your day-to-day activities.
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Tips on how to reduce Human Error:
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.
Understand what sensitive data is and how to handle sensitive data in paper or digitally. Be aware of accidentally deleting sensitive files. Understand how to encrypt or protect sensitive data. Be careful not to send sensitive data to the wrong recipients. Make sure you back up and secure important data.
Do not use outdated (or unauthorized) software: Do not ignore software updates. Do not download unknown or illegal software they could be malicious or have an adverse impact on your machine.
Pay attention to opening email links or attachments. Make sure it was something you expected, and you know who sent it.
Do not plug in insecure devices, like unknown USB storage devices they could contain viruses. Do not connect to open public Wi-Fi it could be malicious. Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) or connect to your own private hot spot.
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Passwords - Are they strong?
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