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GUEST ESSAY: 5 steps for raising cyber smart children — who know how to guard their privacy

The Last Watchdog

There are additional safety measures you can (and should) take to teach your child as they grow, things like installing virus protection, enabling multi-factor authentication, using password managers, and raising awareness about phishing scams. Make it a family conversation.

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2022 World Password Day: Educate Your Users About Good Password Hygiene

SecureWorld News

With credential phishing and stuffing attacks on the rise—and the fact that countless passwords have already been exposed through data breaches—the need for users to step up password management practices at work and home has never been more urgent. Improving password best practices matters.

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month Still Relevant 20 Years Later

SecureWorld News

To quote a respondent from the general public, "Being aware that these things are occurring around us and taking the necessary steps to ensure we are protected is a big part of online security." Awareness is necessary but not sufficient; the key is awareness that leads to action.

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SolarWinds blaming intern for leaked password is symptom of ‘security failures’

SC Magazine

“All of these failures suggest an organization rife with systemic security issues, an ineffective security management program, and a lack of technical controls or compliance with industry standards,” Rogers continued. Password hygiene should be part of employee training and cyber awareness training,” Carson continued.

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Understanding the Essential Pillars of Phishing Mitigation

SecureWorld News

The pillars mentioned are policies, technical controls, and security awareness training. Security awareness training Possibly the most important pillar, training employees, was what Grimes alluded to the most when discussing how to maintain security in the workplace.

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Enhancing Cybersecurity Awareness: A Comprehensive Guide

CyberSecurity Insiders

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to create cybersecurity awareness and protect yourself and your digital assets from potential threats.

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Actors of Badness Exploit NCAA March Madness

SecureWorld News

March Madness is one of the most watched, and anticipated, sporting events every year here in the U.S. What makes it most interesting is that it's the only major sporting event in the U.S. What makes it most interesting is that it's the only major sporting event in the U.S.