Some useful tips to help you stay safe online
Follow our advice to help avoid ID theft and cyber-attacks.
How Can I take Control of my Cyber Safety?
What are some of the risks when using internet of things devices?
Password Recycling and Weak Credentials
Reusing passwords across multiple devices and services provides criminals easy access for account takeover attacks. No sophistication here. Create long and unique passwords for every device and account used online.
Malware and Ransomware
Cyber criminals can lock you out of a device holding all of your digital contents hostage. Family pictures, important documents and more become encrypted with threats to release it publically unless the monetary demand is paid.
Data Protection and Security Challenges
More people are now working remotely than ever before. Sensitive information is passed between personal and business computers and many are sharing devices at home for a variety of purposes. This puts data and devices at a greater risk.
Set Up Multiple Networks
Consider creating a “guest” network to separate non-essential connected devices such as smart appliances or visitors from the network you access your personal computer. This segmentation can help protect the primary network from malware or viruses spreading.
Outdated Hardware and Software
From performance to cybersecurity, not all IoT devices are created equally. Connected devices have grown in popularity creating “smart” but vulnerable homes. Not all manufacturers provide needed firmware updates and many users fail to apply software patches placing homes at risk.