Here are top 8 tips that should be included in your Cyber Security Checklist
- Password Protocol:
- Importance of strong and unique passwords
- Password management tools and best practices
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) and its benefits
- Privacy Settings on Social Channels:
- Guide on configuring privacy settings on popular social media platforms
- Limiting information exposure and controlling who can access your personal data
- Managing app permissions and third-party access
- Audit Inbox:
- Importance of email security and protecting against phishing attacks
- Tips for identifying suspicious emails and avoiding email scams
- Secure email practices and encryption options
- Operating System Security:
- Regularly updating operating systems with security patches
- Securing remote access and using secure connections (e.g., VPN)
- Using reputable antivirus and anti-malware software
- Backups:
- Importance of regular data backups and implementing a backup strategy
- Options for local and cloud backups
- Testing backup and recovery procedures
- Locking Devices:
- Importance of locking devices with strong passcodes or biometric authentication
- Enabling device tracking and remote wiping features
- Best practices for securing smartphones, laptops, and other devices
- Cyber News and Threat Landscape:
- Keeping up with the latest cyber news and emerging threats
- Understanding common attack techniques (e.g., phishing, ransomware, social engineering)
- Sharing insights on notable breaches and their implications
- Suspicious Activity Detection and Response:
- Educating readers on recognizing signs of suspicious activity
- Steps to take if suspicious activity is detected (e.g., reporting incidents, contacting IT or security team)
- Importance of incident response planning and practicing response scenarios
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