Social networking sites, also known as “friend-of-a-friend” sites, leverage the concept of traditional social networks where you connect with new people through people you already know. While some networking sites are primarily social, allowing users to form friendships or romantic connections, others focus on establishing business connections. Connecting with friends and family Social networking sites […]

Recognize the significance of social engineering awareness in safeguarding against modern cyber threats. Cybercriminals frequently employ manipulation tactics to exploit human psychology and gain unauthorized access to systems and data. Elevate your online and offline awareness, educating yourself and your team on common social engineering tactics, including pretexting, baiting and tailgating. By cultivating a culture […]

By conducting regular audits on each of your social media accounts, look to review privacy settings, update passwords, ensure two-factor authentication is functioning properly and remove any suspicious connections. As cybercriminals commonly leverage public social media information, these routine checks strengthen your digital security and protect your personal information from potential breaches and attacks.

Scammers may use fake surveys to collect personal data for the purpose of identity theft or fraud, therefore, exercise caution when participating in online surveys or quizzes that request personal information. Always verify the credibility and legitimacy of the website or application before sharing any data, and avoid providing sensitive details like your social security […]

While social media is made for sharing, ensure that the information you publicly release doesn’t unnecessarily expose you to cyber risks. Avoid posting personal information like your full address, phone number, birth date or financial details, as such information can be exploited by malicious actors. Refrain also from sharing your vacation plans in real-time, as […]

Maintaining Facebook security can be challenging due to the complex nature of the company’s applications. It’s likely that you’ve logged into Facebook from various devices and apps, hence the necessity to frequently check these connections. Navigate to the Security tab on Facebook’s Settings page to view your active sessions and the associated browsers and apps. […]