Note: This information was accurate when it was published back in 2020. Some of the information may now be outdated.
It would be nice if the bad guys would give it a rest during a pandemic. But no, hackers are still hard at it, preying on people’s fears and distractions to try to steal personal and financial information. So, here’s what you need to know to keep your data secure.
Whether you’re still working from home or back in the office, take note of these tips to safeguard your and your company’s information:
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Choose secure video conferencing options
- Early on, web video conferencing services like Zoom were giving away their services for free. But not long after, privacy and security worries started popping up, and “Zoombombing” entered our lexicon. To Zoom’s credit, they have made some security changes and recently acquired a security company to help them address some of their most pressing security issues, but concerns remain. Zoom is continuing to improve and will be a great future business case study on exponential growth, security, and adaptation going forward. In the meantime, if you or your company is looking for more secure options, check out this list from Computerworld.
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Watch our for phishing attacks
- There’s been an uptick in phishing attacks — where fraudsters send emails to try to entice individuals to divulge passwords and other sensitive information. KnowBe4, a phishing security company, offers these tips to help you defend yourself.
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Keep your antivirus software updated
- It’s always a good idea to make sure you have antivirus software on your computer. Microsoft is offering Windows Defender for free for Windows 10.
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Consider the cloud
- Take advantage of free services to move your team to the cloud. Bleeping Computer has a safe list of what’s available for free during the crisis.
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Do your research
- If you are working from home now, The Verge and KnowBe4 both have some suggestions to help you adapt and remain secure.
And remember: Always think before you click.