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Cybersecurity

Awareness for
Professionals
Welcome! This presentation will explore the importance of
cybersecurity for professionals and provide practical tips to keep your
digital life secure.
Importance of Cybersecurity
Protecting Sensitive Data Preventing Business Maintaining Customer Trust
Disruptions
Safeguarding confidential Building and preserving customer
information from unauthorized Minimizing the impact of confidence by ensuring their
access, including personal data, cyberattacks on business information is handled securely and
financial records, and intellectual operations, avoiding costly responsibly.
property. downtime and reputational damage.
Common Cyber Threats
Malware Phishing
Viruses, worms, and Deceptive emails or
ransomware that can harm websites designed to trick
your devices and steal your you into giving up your
data. personal information.

Social Engineering Data Breaches


Manipulating people into Unauthorized access to
revealing confidential sensitive data stored on
information or granting computers or networks.
access to systems.
Password Management
Best Practices
Unique Passwords Strong Passwords
Use different passwords for Create passwords that are at
each account, avoiding using least 12 characters long,
the same password across combining upper and lowercase
multiple platforms. letters, numbers, and symbols.

Password Managers Regular Updates


Use password managers to Change your passwords
securely store and manage your regularly, especially for
passwords, making it easier to sensitive accounts like banking
create and remember strong or email.
passwords.
Phishing and Email Security

Be Cautious
Hover over links before clicking to verify they lead to legitimate websites.

Check for HTTPS


Ensure that the website you're visiting has a secure connection, indicated by
HTTPS in the address bar.

Report Suspicious Emails


If you receive a suspicious email, report it to your IT department or email provider.
Secure Internet Browsing
1 Use Secure Browsers
Choose browsers with built-in security features, like
malware detection and phishing protection.

2 Update Regularly
Keep your browser updated with the latest security
patches to protect against known vulnerabilities.

3 Avoid Public Wi-Fi


Limit your online activity on public Wi-Fi networks, as
they can be less secure.
Mobile Device Security
Use Strong Passwords
Protect your device with a strong password or biometric authentication.

Install Security Apps


Use antivirus and anti-malware apps to protect against threats.

Secure Wi-Fi
Connect to trusted Wi-Fi networks and avoid public Wi-Fi whenever
possible.

Regular Updates
Keep your operating system and apps updated to patch vulnerabilities.
Social Media Privacy and Safety

Privacy Settings
1 Adjust your privacy settings to control who can see your information.

Limit Sharing
2 Be mindful of what information you share online, especially
personal details.

Be Aware of Scams
3 Avoid clicking on suspicious links or interacting with
unknown users.
Incident Response and Reporting
Identify and Contain
1
Quickly identify and contain the incident to prevent further damage.

Investigate and Analyze


2
Determine the cause, scope, and impact of the incident.

Remediate and Recover


3 Restore systems to their normal state and implement measures to prevent
future incidents.

Report and Document


4 Document the incident, including steps taken and lessons
learned.
Conclusion and Key
Takeaways
Cybersecurity is an ongoing process. Stay vigilant and keep learning
to stay ahead of evolving threats. Protecting your digital life is crucial
for your personal and professional success.

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