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October 2024 marks the 21st year of Cyber Security Awareness Month and this year's program is designed to help you protect yourself and our organisation against cyber threats.
By following a few simple steps, you will reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim of cyber crime.
· Turn on Multi Factor Authentication (MFA)
You need more than a password to protect your online accounts and enabling MFA makes you significantly less likely to get hacked. Enable MFA on all your online accounts that offer it, especially email, social media and financial accounts.
· Use strong passwords
Strong passwords are long, random, unique and include all four character types (uppercase, lowercase, numbers and symbols). Password managers are a powerful tool to help you create strong passwords for each of your accounts.
· Update software
Ensuring your software is up-to-date is the best way to make sure you have the latest security patches and updates on your devices. Regularly check for updates if automatic updates are not available.
Recognise and report Phishing
Be cautious of unsolicited messages asking for personal information. Avoid sharing sensitive information or credentials with unknown sources. Report phishing attempts and delete the message.
Following these steps can help further protect your devices from cyber criminals. For more information on these steps check out our page on securing your home.