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    CYBERSECURITY

    AWARENESS
    MONTH

    How to Stay Safe Online


    October is
    Cybersecurity
    Awareness Month
    What is Cybersecurity?

     Defined as "the protection of computer systems and


    networks from attacks by malicious actors that may
    result in unauthorized information disclosure, theft
    of, or damage to hardware, software, or data..."
     Wherever there is technology, there needs to be
    cybersecurity.
    Why is it Important?

     Implementing cybersecurity best practices is important


    for individuals as well as organizations of all sizes to
    protect personal, financial and sensitive information.
     For both government and private entities, developing
    and implementing tailored cybersecurity plans and
    processes is key to protecting and maintaining
    business operations.
    4 Easy Ways to Stay Safe Online

    Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager ​


    Turn on Multifactor Authentication ​
    Recognize and Report Phishing Attacks​
    Update Your Software​
    Use Strong Passwords

    CREATE STRONG PASSWORDS: • Long


    • At least 16 characters
    • Unique
    • NEVER reuse passwords
    • Random
    • Upper- and lower-case
    letters
    • Numbers
    • Special characters
    • Spaces
    • Consider pass-phrases
    Use a Password Manager

    WHY USE A PASSWORD MANAGER?


    • Stores your passwords
    • Alerts you of duplicate passwords
    • Generates strong new passwords
    • Some automatically fill your login credentials
    into website to make sign-in easy
    • It won't fall for a phishing website, even if
    you do!

    Encryption ensures that password managers


    never "know" what your passwords are,
    keeping them safe from cyber attacks.
    Turn on Multifactor Authentication

    WHAT IS IT?
    • A code sent to your phone or email
    • An authenticator app
    • A security key
    • Biometrics
    o Fingerprint
    o Facial recognition
    Turn on Multifactor Authentication

    WHERE SHOULD YOU USE IT?


    • Email
    • Accounts with financial information
    Ex: Online store
    • Accounts with personal information
    Ex: Social media
    Recognize and Report Phishing
    • A tone that’s urgent or makes you scared​
    Ex: "Click this link immediately or your account
    PHISHING RED FLAGS: will be closed"​

    • Sender email address doesn’t match the company it’s


    coming from
    Ex: Amazon.com vs. Amaz0n.com

    • Unexpected communications such as an email you


    weren't expecting

    • Requests to send personal info


    Legitimate organizations don't ask for personal
    information through email or an unexpected call.

    • Misspelled words, bad grammar​and odd URLs can still


    be a sign of phishing.
    Be aware that AI will make spotting these more
    challenging. Be diligent.
    Recognize and Report Phishing
    WHAT TO DO IF YOU SPOT A PHISH
    Do NOT Do
    • Verify that the communication is real
    • Don't click any links you don’t and contact sender directly through
    trust. Delete the email/text. known phone numbers or emails.
    • Don't click any attachments you • Report it to your IT department or
    were not expecting or recognize. email/phone provider.
    • Don't send personal info online or • Use email filters
    share over the phone.
    • Many email services have filters
    that can help prevent many
    phishing messages from ever
    reaching your employees’
    mailboxes.
    • DELETE IT.
    Update Your Software

    WHY?
    • Updates ensure your devices and
    apps are protected from the latest
    threats
    • Don't click "remind me later", it could
    leave you vulnerable to cyber threats
    • Automatic updates are the easiest
    way to stay secure
    Update Your Software

    WHERE TO FIND AVAILABLE UPDATES


    • Check for notifications to your phone
    or computer

    • Look in your phone, browser or app


    settings

    • Check the upper corner of your


    browser for any alerts
    Additional Resources

    CISA NCA
     Report a Cyber Issue  Resources and Guides
     Secure by Design  Videos and On-Demand Webinars
     Cross-Sector Cybersecurity Performance Go
    als
     Cyber Resource Hub
     Cybersecurity Training & Exercises
     CISA YouTube Channel
    Get in Touch

    CISA
     cisa.gov/cybersecurity-awareness-month
    [email protected]
    NCA
     staysafeonline.org
    [email protected]

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