Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Online safety, also known as internet safety or cyber safety, refers to the practice of protecting yourself, your personal information, and your digital devices while navigating the vast and interconnected world of the internet.

With the increasing reliance on the internet for communication, work, school, shopping, and more, understanding and implementing online safety measures has become essential. This includes safeguarding against threats such as identity theft, malware, phishing, and other online risks.

In an age where our digital footprint is extensive, staying informed about online safety best practices is crucial to enjoy the benefits of the internet while minimizing potential harm or exposure to cyber threats.

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Everyone in an organization is susceptible to becoming a victim of cybercrime. It is important to educate employees on best practices that reduce the risk of a data breach or cyber-attack. With proper cybersecurity awareness training, each employee should be equipped with knowledge that will allow safe internet use in and out of the office.

Creating strong passwords, completing awareness training, implementing an incident response plan, and creating organizational policies are all simple tasks that can be done to reduce the risk of cybercrime. Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility; we must do our best to protect our organization and its employees!

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A cyber threat refers to any potential harm that can occur using digital technology or cyberspace. These threats encompass a wide range of malicious activities and actions carried out by cybercriminals, hackers, or threat actors with the intent to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of computer systems, networks, data, or personal information.

Recognizing and combating cybercrime involves identifying and preventing malicious activities carried out in the digital realm. This includes hacking, phishing, identity theft, and various forms of online fraud. As technology advances, threats and attacks will advance also. It is important that we arm ourselves with the knowledge to protect against the many cyber threats in today’s world.

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There are over 15 billion devices connected to the internet and this number is rising every day. With the large number of internet-connected devices, we must be mindful of our digital footprint and how it affects us in and out of the workplace.

Many of us store personal data, banking information, photos, and more on our personal devices. Our devices and technology make information easily accessible, and information can be conveniently shared in seconds. While technology creates convenience, it also creates a gateway to our information for cybercriminals. We must be cautious when sharing information through applications on our phones and computers because data can be stolen or misused.

Knowing what information is being stored, shared, or extracted daily from your devices can help identify your digital footprint. For starters, count the number of devices in your home that use wi-fi or Bluetooth. This could be your TV, fridge, speakers, or even your vacuum! In order to protect, we must first identify so we can create a much safer world with our technology!

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