We have all heard about the evils of social media. Fortunately, there is another side to social media, and with a little savvy you can harness its potential for good. You just need to make sure to steer clear of the pitfalls and work on safely curating a positive online presence. Get the Word Out […]
Security
Data Privacy in an Era of Compliance
January 28 is Data Privacy Day. Data privacy for individuals means reviewing privacy settings on social media, being mindful of entering data into websites, and taking ownership of one’s online identity. Protect yourself by following these tips: Know what you are sharing. Check the privacy settings on all of your social media accounts; some even […]
Securing New Devices in an IoT World
Without a doubt, the Internet of Things makes our lives easier and has many benefits; but we can only reap these benefits if our Internet-enabled devices are secure and trusted. Here are some tips from the STOP. THINK. CONNECT. campaign and National Cyber Security Alliance to increase the security of your Internet-enabled devices: Keep a […]
Shop Safe Online, Even on Black Friday!
The holiday season is the perfect time for cybercriminals to take advantage of unsuspecting online shoppers. When you go to the grocery store or local shop, it’s habit to grab your reusable bags, lock the car, and make sure you’ve safely put away your credit card or cash before heading home with the day’s purchases. […]
Don’t Let a Phishing Scam Reel You In
Cybercriminals use phishing—a type of social engineering—to manipulate people into doing what they want. Social engineering is at the heart of all phishing attacks, especially those conducted via e-mail. Technology makes phishing easy. Setting up and operating a phishing attack is fast, inexpensive, and low risk: any cybercriminal with an e-mail address can launch one. […]