CYBERSECURITY TIPS
For Individuals & Families
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Explore these topics:
"Banks Never Ask That"
Red Flags to Look for in Phishing Scams
Define Different Scams
Stop | Think | Connect
Password Manager - What it is and why use one
Recommended Password Managers
Free Password Generator from 1Password
Microsoft Authenticator - What it is and why use it
"Banks never ask that"
3 Min per section
A free fun training that looks at trick's scammers use
Contents
A short 8 Question Quiz (Do as many times as you want)
Quick Graphics with short Questions
2 Fun YouTube Video's 30 seconds each
A Game to inform you about what scammers do.
PDF - Phishing Scam Tips a 4-page graphic poster
By the American Bankers Association: BanksNeverAskThat.com
4 Page Summary of Tips to Spot Scams and What to Do if You Fall for it.
Download and Printer Friendly (4 Pages)
Red flags to look for in phishing scams
3 Min
Learn the Red Flags to Look for in Phishing Scams
A short training on become an internet body guard
15 Min
define different scams
1 Min
protect your computer from malware
3 Min
Protect Your Computer From Malware
An informational Video
Want to know more about how to recognize, remove, and avoid malware?
stop | think | connect
2 Min
Stop | Think | Connect
A 2 page summary of Practical Tips about devices, your information, connecting with care. Stop Think Connect is a global online safety awareness project.
password manager - What is it and why use one
2 Min
Password Manager
Need help with creating strong secure passwords, where to store them safely, and how to get to them quickly? Join the crowd. Now is a good time to understand what is and why to use a password manager to help manage this task.
Recommended password managers
3 Min
Dedicated Password Managers here are preferred over browser based as in Chrome Edge or Firefox. Each is shown if it is free or pay and where the data is stored.
Recommended Password Managers from Carnegie Mellon University
1Password (Pay, Online)
Last Pass (Free & Pay, Online)
BitWarden (Free & Pay, Online)
Apple's iCloud Keychain (Free on iPhone, Online)
KeePass (Free Open Source, Works Offline on Local Computer, can be stored on the cloud)
Recommended Password Manager from MIT University
LastPass (Free & Pay, Online) MIT uses LastPass Enterprise, however LastPass also offers Personal and Business versions.
Other suggested Password Managers by MIT: 1Password, Dashlane, KeePass, RoboForm.
This is not an exhaustive list, and you are encouraged to do your own research password managers and pick the one that is a good fit for you or your family or small business.
a free password generator & understand what a strong password or master password looks like
3 Min
Free Password Generator from 1Password - Creates Master Passwords and other Passwords Easily
Understand what a strong Password and Master Password look like
microsoft authenticator: What is it and Why use it
2 Min
Please Note: Though this section does not cover all possible issues, strategies, or techniques. Content here is not meant to replace your current home, small business or organization cyber security practices. Content here is meant to increase your awareness and understanding of Cybersecurity issues and offer actionable practices to protect. Please consult your small business or organization policy or leaders if you have questions, or to share this information with them.
Microsoft Authenticator
Protect your accounts with a one-time password that changes every 30 seconds, and more. Touch the image to get the app and learn more.
Please Note: Content on this page does not cover all possible issues, strategies, or techniques, and is not meant to replace your current home, small business or organization cyber security practices. Content here is meant to increase your awareness and understanding of Cybersecurity issues and offer practices to protect.