When nearly all of our personal and professional lives are spent online, how can we avoid being the victim of a phishing, hacking, or other cyber attack? The answers may be easier than expected. And although avoiding a breach isn’t guaranteed, there are ways to mitigate risk and remain vigilant.
4 key cybersecurity topics
This year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM) will focus on 4 key areas:
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Using strong passwords
- Recognizing and reporting phishing
- Keeping software up to date
In addition to learning tips, tricks, and best practices, there is much fun to be had with a Cybersecurity Awareness Month scavenger hunt and cyber-themed crossword and word search puzzles.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month begins October 1, but head over to the CAM website (Source: cam.it.wisc.edu) now to read articles, take the Cybersecurity Awareness Training, and learn how to stay safe online.
For more information on Cybersecurity at UW–Madison, visit the Office of Cybersecurity webpage (Source: it.wisc.edu).