Computer Security, CyberSecurity or Information Technology Security (IT Security) is the protection of computer systems from theft or damage to their hardware, software or electronic data, as well as from disruption or misdirection of the services they provide. CyberSecurity also refers to a set of techniques used to protect the integrity of networks, programs and data from attack, damage or unauthorized access.
Computers are an essential part of our everyday lives. It’s important to properly configure your home or work computer before connecting it to the internet to keep it, and your information, secure.
Before You Connect a New Computer to the Internet Read More “Actually, the issue is not that cybersecurity extends beyond computers; it is that computers extend beyond traditional laptops and desktops. Many electronic devices are computers—from cell phones and tablets to video games and car navigation systems.”
Cybersecurity for Electronic Devices Read More “Internet of Things: One way to look at it — Smart Home, Smart Assistant, Smart City, Smart Car, Smart Device — anything “Smart.”” CISA Security Tip – Securing the Internet of Things DHS, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA Security …
Securing the Internet of Things Read More “While environmental considerations are important, this is about your Data! The cell phone may be old and worthless to you, but your contact list and whatever else you have on your phone has value to criminals.”
—WWD Webmaster
“Yes, I realize that’s an ambitious title for a blog post about staying secure online, but there are a handful of basic security principles that — if followed religiously — can blunt the majority of malicious threats out there today.”
Krebs’s 3 Basic Rules for Online Safety Read More
“While this is beyond the scope of the average daily home-user, it nonetheless provides good information about what you can do to minimize your chances of your computer becoming infected. You can benefit from it even if you don’t understand everything in it.”
—WWD Webmaster
“Threats to your computer will continue to evolve. Although you cannot eliminate every hazard, by using caution, installing and using antivirus software, and following other simple security practices, you can significantly reduce your risk and strengthen your protection against malicious code.”
Protecting Against Malicious Code Read More “Children present unique security risks when they use a computer—not only do you have to keep them safe, you have to protect the data on your computer. By taking some simple steps, you can dramatically reduce the threats. ”
Keeping Children Safe Online Read More How to report online criminal activity including incidents, phishing attempts, malware, and vulnerabilities to federal United States agencies.
Reporting Cyber Incidents, Phishing, Malware or Vulnerabilities Read More “Children present unique security risks when they use a computer—not only do you have to keep them safe, you have to protect the data on your computer. By taking some simple steps, you can dramatically reduce the threats. ”
Cyber Safety for Students Read More “Mobile apps may gather information from your mobile device for legitimate purposes, but these tools may also put your privacy at risk. Protect your data by being smart with the apps you install and reviewing the permissions each app has.”
Privacy and Mobile Device Apps Read More
“There are an overwhelming number of cyber security strategies published that tailor to all sorts of infrastructures, market categories and cyber threats. The ACSC has compiled a list of mitigation strategies that organisations can use as starting points to improve …
Essential Eight Explained Read More
For the first time, the Cambridge Analytica whistleblower tells the inside story of the data mining and psychological manipulation behind the election of Donald Trump and the Brexit referendum, connecting Facebook, WikiLeaks, Russian intelligence, and international hackers.
Mindf*ck: Cambridge Analytica and the Plot to Break America Read More
The message shared perhaps the worst possible news Oh could have received at that exact moment: Something was shutting down every domain controller in the Seoul data centers, the servers that formed the backbone of the Olympics’ IT infrastructure.
The Untold Story of the 2018 Olympics Cyberattack, the Most Deceptive Hack in History Read More
Schneier on Security, August 28, 2019
By Bruce Schneier
“The Department of Justice wants access to encrypted consumer devices but promises not to infiltrate business products or affect critical infrastructure. Yet that’s not possible, because there is no longer any difference between those categories of devices. Consumer devices are critical infrastructure. They affect national security. And it would be foolish to weaken them, even at the request of law enforcement.”
The Myth of Consumer-Grade Security Read More
Permanent Record
By Edward Snowden
Published by Metropolitan Books, September 17, 2019
“Edward Snowden, the man who risked everything to expose the US government’s system of mass surveillance, reveals for the first time the story of his life, including how he helped to build that system and what motivated him to try to bring it down.”
Permanent Record Read More
Medium.. June 5, 2019
By Stuart Schechter
“I cringe when I hear self-proclaimed experts implore everyone to “use a password manager for all your passwords” and “turn on two-factor authentication for every site that offers it.” As most of us who perform user research in security quickly learn, advice that may protect one individual may harm another. Each person uses technology differently, has a unique set of skills, and faces different risks.”
Before You Use a Password Manager Read More
Wired, June 24, 2019
By Zeynep Tufekci
“Online fakery runs wide and deep, but you don’t need me to tell you that. New species of digital fraud and deception come to light almost every week, if not every day: Russian bots that pretend to be American humans. American bots that pretend to be human trolls. Even humans that pretend to be bots. Yep, some “intelligent assistants,” promoted as advanced conversational AIs, have turned out to be little more than digital puppets operated by poorly paid people. ”
The Internet Has Made Dupes—and Cynics—of Us All Read More
National Cyber Security Alliance – Stay Safe Online
“A few proactive steps to declutter, get organized and establish good practices will help safeguard your business against disruptive issues, which can cause chaos if your company’s data is compromised.”
Digital Spring Cleaning for Small and Medium Businesses Read More
National Cyber Security Alliance
“Under the overarching theme of ‘Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT.’, the 16th annual National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) is focused on encouraging personal accountability and proactive behavior in security best practices and digital privacy. It is also focused on drawing attention to careers in cybersecurity. ”
National CyberSecurity Awareness Month – October 2019 Read More