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Allow common sense to guide your online posting

It’s a good idea, before you post something online, that you think about what value it provides and consider the consequences of having the information available to the public. Identity theft is an increasing problem, and the more information an attacker can gather about you, the easier it is to pretend to be you. Act […]

Beware of sharing personally identifiable information

Whether you’re a business or a consumer, it’s important to keep personally identifiable information (PII) secure. PII is any type of data that could be used to identify, locate or contact an individual, such as name, date of birth or place of residence. PII is often targeted by hackers because it can be sold for […]

Use a zero-trust approach to network security

If you manage an enterprise-grade network, you’re likely responsible for keeping sensitive corporate data under lock and key. When employees and outsiders access your corporate network, they could also potentially access unprotected data. Zero-Trust Network Access verifies the identity of a user before allowing them entry into the network – thus preventing unauthorized users from […]

When online dating, perform a reverse image search on matches

Romance scams target unsuspecting users by fooling them into a relationship with their false identity. They often solicit money from their victims via blackmail, extortion or manipulation. Avoid being scammed by reverse image searching their profile photos. This can give you an indication that their photos are either legitimate or stolen.

Don’t be truthful on your security questions

This might seem like unexpected advice but think about it: If someone finds key details about you online, that information may help answer the security questions for accessing an important account. Consider not being completely truthful on purpose to deceive would-be attackers. Another option is to select opinion-based questions like “What is your favorite color?”

Use only verified, legal sportsbooks when online sports betting

While online sports betting is slowly legalized throughout the United States, bettors are jumping at the opportunity to make a wager. To protect your bets — but more importantly, your personal and financial data — make sure you’re only signing up for a verified sportsbook. Assess an operator’s track record before placing bets, including available […]