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Ensure everyone who needs access has a dedicated account.

December 26, 2024

Giving each person a different account helps keep your system secure and your proprietary data safe.

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As we enter the holiday season, remember that cyber-attackers frequently use this to their advantage.

December 18, 2024

They often create pretexts mimicking special holiday deals to entice users to click a malicious link that actually installs malware on the victim’s computer or leads to a site that steals login credentials. This holiday season, use extra diligence in watching out for phishing emails. Don’t click links or open attachments in emails you were not expecting! Also,…

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Structure passwords as passphrases by chaining multiple words together.

December 12, 2024

For example, “DeskLampStapler7!” is a great passphrase. It’s easy to remember but still offers strong security.

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Use unique questions and answers for your security questions.

December 5, 2024

Prevent easy guessing hacks and make it harder for cybercriminals to find their way into your sensitive accounts.

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Manually log out of sensitive accounts

November 28, 2024

Manual logouts help prevent attackers from stealing an authenticated session token and gaining access to your accounts.

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Turn on multifactor authentication for more protection

November 21, 2024

Enabling multi-factor authentication adds an additional layer of security. If someone gets your password, they still can’t get into your account without that extra step.

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Do not share passwords with anyone else

November 14, 2024

Always keep your passwords private. Even sharing them with trusted people can lead to unintended consequences and widespread security risks.

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Use a strong, unique password for each login.

November 7, 2024

Every account should have a unique, 12-character password. Reusing the same password can put all your accounts at risk if one is breached.

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Special Edition: Phishing: What is it? How is it dangerous

October 31, 2024

In this short video,  In this short video, John Streff, IT Security Consultant, talks about what phishing is and why it’s dangerous.

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Store passwords in a password manager

October 24, 2024

Use a password manager to store your login credentials securely. Sticky notes and files on your computer leave your passwords vulnerable to prying eyes.

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