TIPS FOR SECURELY WORKING AND LEARNING REMOTELY
Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart If You Connect It, Protect It. We’ll talk about proactive steps everyone can take to enhance cybersecurity where ever you are working or learning.
It starts with knowing that all of your Most devices that connect to the 41 attacked Billion devices are internet are vulnerable. Devices home routers
You can do your part by There will be more than 41 75% of infected devices taking these steps to protect them. billion IoT devices by 2027, up in IoT attacks are home from about 8 billion in 2019 routers
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Tip # 1
ü Change Your Home Router’s Default Password and Update the Software
ü This is a great place to start because your router connects all of your other devices (computers, phones, tablets, etc.) to the internet
ü Check with your internet service provider for assistance with updates
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Tip # 2
ü Protect Home Computers With Antivirus / Malware
ü Do your research on the best product for your computer
ü Examples of free software for computers include (note: free products are not as robust as paid ones):
For Microsoft: Microsoft Defender, Avira, Panda, Bitdefender Free Edition For MAC: Sophos, Avira, Bitdefender Free Edition
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Tip # 3
ü Keep the Device’s Operating System Up-to-Date
ü Set the device for automatic updates
ü Updates improve performance and security so do not postpone or delay
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Tip # 4
ü Keep All Software on Your Devices Up-to-Date
ü Don’t forget about web-browers – they are common targets
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Tip # 5
ü Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN)
ü Use a VPN when you need a more secure connection
ü Public wi-fi and hotspots are not secure, and others could potentially see what you’re doing on your laptop or smartphone while you are connected
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Tip # 6
ü Always Think Before You Click on Links or Attachments
ü Emails
ü Text messages
ü Social media messages and online advertising
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Tip # 7
ü Create Strong Passwords / Passphrases
ü Length trumps complexity
ü A passphrase is a sentence or phrase that is unique to you and easy for you to remember - this makes it much harder for someone else to guess
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Tip # 8
ü Consider Using a Password Manager
ü Examples of free versions with limited options: LastPass, 1Password, Dashlane, and Bitwarden
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Tip # 9
ü Use Two-Factor or Multi-Factor Authentication (“2FA” or “MFA”) Wherever Possible
ü Work and school accounts
ü Banking and other financial accounts
ü Any account that has your sensitive information
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Tip # 10
ü Guard Your Devices and Environment
ü Never leave your laptop, tablet or cellphone – including any USB or external storage devices – unattended.
ü Avoid entering passwords where others can see.
ü Consider your surroundings before you have a conversation, attend a class or meeting.
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Tip # 11
ü Keep Your Work and Personal Devices Separate
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Tip # 12
ü Employees Need to Know the College’s Telework Policies
ü This includes when and where it is acceptable to work away from the office as well as security measures and best practices.
ü This information can be found at: https://continuity.cofc.edu/working-remotely/index.php
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Tip # 13
ü Enable “Find My Device” and Remote Wipe
Here's how to enable find my device:
Windows: Enable in Settings > Update & Security & Find my device. macOS: Setup iCloud on your device by going to Settings > Your Name > iCloud > Find My Mac. Linux: Not built into the operating system and requires a third-party app Android: Set up a Google account on the device and it will be enabled by default. iOS: Setup iCloud on your device by going to Settings > Your Name > iCloud > Find My iPhone/iPad.
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Need Technical Help?
Contact the IT Service Desk
Ø Phone: 843-953-3375 Ø Email: [email protected] Ø Web: https://help.cofc.edu/ Ø Self-Help Knowledge Base: https://cofc.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1802/Portal/KB/
Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart NCSA Resources Cybersecurity Awareness Month: https://staysafeonline.org/cybersecurity-awareness-month/
COVID-19 Security Resource Library: https://staysafeonline.org/covid-19-security-resource-library/
Security Awareness Videos: https://staysafeonline.org/resource/security-awareness-episodes/
Access tip sheets, videos, infographics and more at https://staysafeonline.org/resources/ Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart CISA Resources
STOP. THINK. CONNECT.™ https://www.cisa.gov/stopthinkconnect
#BeCyberSmart Campaign https://www.dhs.gov/be-cyber-smart/campaign
CISA’s Cyber Essentials https://www.cisa.gov/cyber-essentials
Telework Guidance & Resources https://www.cisa.gov/telework
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