CyberSecurity Essentials by Idowu

Test your CyberSecurity knowledge.

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Learn? Test your knowledge.
1️⃣ What makes a password strong?
2️⃣ How do you identify Phising emails?
3️⃣ Why are software updates important?
Drop your answers below and we will reveal the correct ones tomorrow!

Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi

📶 Public Wi-Fi convenience or Risk?
Accessing free Wi-Fi can espose you to cyber threats. Protect yourself with these steps:
✔️ Avoid sensitive transactions on Public networks.
✔️ Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) for secure browsing.
✔️ Turn off automatic Wi-Fi connections on your devices.
💬 Do you use a VPN? Let us know your favorite service!

Keep your info safe:

🕵️Whats does your digital footprint reveal?
Hackers love oversharing.
Follow these tips to protect your personal data.
✔️ Avoid sharing sensitive details on social media.
✔️ Use privacy settings on your account.
✔️ Think before you click - secure websites begin with "https.."

Update or Risk it Content :

🏢 Procrastinating on Updates?
Every time you skip a Software update you leave your devices vulnerable to cyber threats. Updates often fix security holes and add protective features.
🔄 Schedule updates for off-hours to avoid interruptions.
💡Fun fact: 70% of malware attacks exploit outdated software.

Spot the phish:

🐟Don't take the bait!
Phising emails are designed to trick you into giving away sensitive information. Here is how to spot them.
🚩Unsolicited emails asking for urgent action.
🚩Generic greetings like "Dear Customer".
🚩Suspicious links - hover over them before clicking!
💡Pro Tip: Report Phising attempts and avoid clicking unknown links.

Building Better Password :

How strong is your password?
A good password is your first line of defense against Hackers.
✅ Use a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters.
✅ Avoid common words and personal info like your birthday.
✅ Change passwords regularly and use a password manager for secure storage.
💬 Challenge: Comment below if you're guilty of reusing password (we won't judge).
👇Click on the link below to have an idea of how a strong password looks.

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Why CyberSecurity matters :

Cybersecurity isn't for only IT professionals - it's for everyone!
This is because Hackers don't take break, neither should your online defense. Learn the basics this week as we explore
to keep you safe online:
💡Did you know? Over 90% data breaches are caused by human errors!
👉Stay turned for tips, tricks, and best practices to protect yourself and your business.