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October is CyberSecurity Awareness Month

Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency LogoPhishing and social engineering campaigns are the #1 source of ransomware and other malware1. Reduce your chances of your falling victim to phishing attacks!

  • Update your passwords. Consider using the longest password possible. Be creative and customize your passwords for different websites. Use a password manager to keep track of them.
  • Enable two-factor authentication on your accounts where available.
  • Limit the information you post on social media. Cybercriminals use public information to know you better, so be sure to keep personal information safe from strangers.
  • Keep track of your apps. Make sure your apps are up-to-date and check your app permissions.
  • Update your computer and mobile devices.
  • Make sure your antivirus is up-to-date and running.
  • Stay protected while connected. Only connect to legitimate wireless hotspots. Avoid sensitive activities on public networks and only use sites that begin with “https://” when shopping or banking online.
  • If an email looks suspicious, do not respond and do not click on any links or attachments. When available, “Report phishing” to block other suspicious emails.

[1] 2021 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR)

Did you know….?

According to data breach statistics from 2019…

  • 80% of cyber attacks involved stolen credentials (logins & passwords)
  • 58% of breaches involved personally identifiable information
  • 28% of breaches reported were from the Educational Services Industry
  • 94% of malware is delivered by email
  • 48% of malicious email attachments are office files
  • $3.9 million is the average cost of a data breach
  • $150 the average cost per record stolen
  • 17 million is the average number of files that an employee has access to

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