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What is Cyber

Security?

Discover cyber security: your

guide to staying safe online.


Understanding Cyber
Threats
Malware Phishing
1 Malware, including viruses,
2 Phishing attacks use
worms, and ransomware, deceptive emails or
can harm your devices and websites to trick you into
steal your data. revealing sensitive
information.
3 Social Engineering 4 Data Breaches
Social engineering Data breaches occur when
involves manipulating sensitive information is
people to gain access to stolen from an
systems or information. organization's database.
Protecting Sensitive
Information
Strong Passwords Two-Factor
Use unique and complex Authentication
passwords for each Enable two-factor

account. Avoid common authentication for all

words or personal important accounts,

information. requiring an additional code


besides your password.

Secure Storage Privacy Settings


Store sensitive information Review and adjust privacy
securely. Use encrypted settings on your devices
storage solutions or and online accounts to
password managers. limit data sharing.
How to Generate
Strong Passwords
Length
1 Choose a password with at least 12 characters or
more, combining uppercase and lowercase letters,
numbers, and symbols.

Randomness
2
Use a random password generator to create a
truly unpredictable password.

Uniqueness
3
Use different passwords for different accounts to
prevent compromise.

Avoid Common Words


4
Avoid using names, dates, or easily guessable words in
your passwords.
Don't Use Public Networks
or Charging Ports
Public Networks
1 Public Wi-Fi networks are often unsecured, making your
data vulnerable to interception.

Charging Ports
2 Unsecured charging ports can be used to install malware
on your devices without your knowledge.

Data Vulnerability
3 Using public networks or charging ports puts your
personal and financial information at risk.
Securing Wireless Networks and
Devices
Wireless Networks Devices Best Practices
Use a strong password for your Wi- Install security software on all your Avoid connecting to public Wi-Fi
Fi network and enable WPA2/WPA3 devices, including antivirus, networks when possible.
encryption. firewall, and anti-spyware.
Be cautious about downloading files
Keep your router firmware up-to- Keep your operating system and
or
visiting websites from unknown
date. apps
updated with the latest security
sources.
patches.
Recognizing and Avoiding
Phishing Attacks
Look for typos or Check the sender's email
grammatical errors. address for legitimacy.

Hover over links before Be cautious about clicking

clicking links
to see the actual URL. or opening attachments from

Avoid providing personal


information in emails or on unknown senders. If in doubt,

websites you're not familiar contact the company


directly using a known phone

with.
number or website.
Backup and Data Recovery
Strategies

Regular Backups Cloud Storage


Back up your important data Consider using cloud storage

regularly to prevent loss in caseservices for offsite backups


and data redundancy.
of a device failure or cyberattack.

Recovery Plans Encryption


Develop a plan for recovering Encrypt your backups to
your data in case of a disaster or protect sensitive information
security breach. even if they are compromised.
Staying Informed on Cybersecurity
Trends

Cybersecurity News Industry Conferences


Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats and Attend cybersecurity conferences and workshops to
vulnerabilities by following reputable news sources and learn from experts and network with industry
blogs. professionals.

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