Tip #1: Think before you click By using personal information, current events, hot-button topics, and more, cybercriminals will create enticing headlines to try to trick you into clicking on a malicious link. Inspect every link and stop and think before you click. #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
Myth #14: My data, or the data I have access to isn’t valuable Fact: All data is valuable. Whether your organization is a start-up business or large corporation, your data is worth something to a cybercriminal. The same rules apply to your personal data, as even a password can lead to a goldmine. #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
Myth #13: Complete cybersecurity is achievable Fact: Although it would be nice if complete cybersecurity were a “one and done” kind of thing, there’s no such thing as being completely cyber-secure. New threats emerge every day, making cybersecurity an ongoing process. #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
Myth #12: Personal devices can’t impact your organization Fact: Personal devices can compromise a company’s network. This makes it so important for organizations to have strong Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies that outline security protocols for personal devices. #SecurityAwarenessMonth
Myth #11: You’ll know immediately if your device is infected Fact: Many times, nothing visually happens when a device or network is infected. Often, the attacker’s goal is to go undetected, however, there are directed attacks such as ransomware that will be immediately visible. #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
Myth #10: If wi-fi has a password, it’s secure Fact: All public Wi-Fi can be compromised, even with a password. Anyone who has access to the Wi-Fi password could abuse the connection. That means that if your information isn’t encrypted, it could fall into the wrong hands. #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth