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Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Week 1: Protect Your Information

You keep your money secure. You know what you have, where it is, and how it’s protected. Your personal information should be treated the same way. The value of your information cannot be understated, and its security should be prioritized. Here are a few things you can do to make sure your sensitive information isn’t getting into the wrong hands:

Strong Passwords

Passwords are one of the most common defenses against attackers trying to steal your data. Almost every program you use these days will require a password to secure your account, and if your passwords aren’t strong enough or aren’t kept private, you could be giving thieves the opportunity to access your information. 

Use Other Access Methods

These days, there are multiple ways to lock your accounts and devices. Two Factor Authentication requires having two pieces of information to get access to your data, such as a password and a code that is sent to your phone securely. Many mobile devices have the option for using a fingerprint ID to get into your accounts, or even using face recognition. Having Biometric Features like your fingerprint or face necessary for access add a significant layer of security to your accounts.

Know Your Network

Public WiFis are not secure. Without knowing it, someone can spy on your mobile device or laptop while you are connected to a public network. The best way to protect your personal data is to limit the kinds of activity you’re doing in a shared environment like this. Avoid things like email or banking transactions that hold sensitive data while you’re working on a public network.