I think you'll be shocked by what you're about to read.
Yearly cybercrime profits and damages have reached a trillion dollars. That is according to U.S. Senate testimony.
Most people probably think they are somehow immune to being affected by cybercrime. But consider that Google was hacked this year.
If Google is vulnerable, you are too.
For these and many other reasons, it makes sense to be intentional about online security. You don't have to sit back and wait to be the next victim. Take action with the following suggestions.
Strong Passwords for Internet Security
Resist the urge to create simple passwords. Hackers have tools that decode passwords. Make their job harder by:
Make your passwords longer than 8 characters. 14 characters or more is better, but 8 is the minimum.
Avoid using any dictionary words (regardless of the language).
Don't use letters or numbers in sequence or repetition. This includes using letters in keyboard sequence. (for example: "asdf")
Use different passwords for different accounts
Use combinations of letters, numbers and characters.
Avoid using your birthdate, anniversary date, etc., even with another number added to the end. Hackers can figure this out.
Once you decide on a password, you can test it by using Microsoft's secure password checker at www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/password-checker.aspx. This password checker rates your password for you according to its strength and does not store information.
Don't Run Outdated Software
When software updates become available, be sure to install them. Hackers continue attacking old versions of software after the manufacturers have stopped supporting them.
This means that if hackers find bugs in an outdated version of a program that you are using, they can vandalize you. That very bug may have already been fixed in an updated version.
Pay particular attention to updates in your internet browser, Flash Player and Adobe Acrobat programs.
Protect Your Information: Learn Phishing Facts
Phishing is a method cyber criminals use to obtain access to computers and sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy source.
Often attempting invasion in the form of emails, these criminals seek to convince their victims that they are legitimate institutions such as banks, social media websites, internet service providers, and online payment processors. They 'bait' unsuspecting personsby luring them to enter information at fake sites that look almost identical to the legitimate one. The goal is to obtain credit card numbers, passwords, and other sensitive data
Watch out for phrases such as 'verify your account,' 'confirm your account,' or any request for entering passwords or payment information.
Yourmain defense against phishing is to avoid clicking on any links that come inside emails. Rather, type the institution's legitimate address into your address bar if you wish to visit the site, and do not give out your passwords.
Stepping up your internet security is not difficult, but it does take a little time. By choosing strong passwords, updating your software regularly, and being cautious about what shows up in your inbox, you can stay ahead of the online safety game.
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