Use a password manager to generate strong passwords.
Leverage predefined parameters to stay secure without remembering every single login credential.
Byte-Sized Security
Ensure everyone who needs access has a dedicated account.
Giving each person a different account helps keep your system secure and your proprietary data safe.
As we enter the holiday season, remember that cyber-attackers frequently use this to their advantage.
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, … Read more
Structure passwords as passphrases by chaining multiple words together.
For example, “DeskLampStapler7!” is a great passphrase. It’s easy to remember but still offers strong security.
Use unique questions and answers for your security questions.
Prevent easy guessing hacks and make it harder for cybercriminals to find their way into your sensitive accounts.
Manually log out of sensitive accounts
Manual logouts help prevent attackers from stealing an authenticated session token and gaining access to your accounts.
Turn on multifactor authentication for more protection
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.
Do not share passwords with anyone else
Always keep your passwords private. Even sharing them with trusted people can lead to unintended consequences and widespread security risks.
Use a strong, unique password for each login.
Every account should have a unique, 12-character password. Reusing the same password can put all your accounts at risk if one is breached.
Special Edition: Phishing: What is it? How is it dangerous
In this short video, In this short video, John Streff, IT Security Consultant, talks about what phishing is and why it’s dangerous.
Store passwords in a password manager
Use a password manager to store your login credentials securely. Sticky notes and files on your computer leave your passwords vulnerable to prying eyes.
Length is the primary determinant of a password’s strength
Longer passwords are better than complex, short ones. A simple 12-character password is stronger than an 8-character mix of letters, numbers and symbols as long as it isn’t a single, common dictionary word.
Aim to make passwords at least 12 characters long
When it comes to passwords, Longer = Stronger. The length of a password is superior to it’s complexity: 12 characters of lowercase letters is harder to crack than an 8-character password with letters, numbers, special characters. Easier to remember, too!
Only provide sensitive information to websites utilizing HTTPS in the URL.
The “S” stands for secure. Check for HTTPS to keep usernames, passwords, and financial information encrypted during transmission.
