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In the modern digitized world, having an edge in cyber security is an asset.

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Top 10 things employees must do to practice good cyber security things
Learn to always back up your data
Select only uniquely but rememberable passwords.
Install a suitable antivirus software and regularly scan for viruses.
Do not leave your workstation open and unattended, even during remote working.
Be skeptical and desist from clicking suspicious links, pops and ads, despite the temptation to do so.
Promptly report any data-related suspicious activity such as sudden loss of data files.
Update software and system to boost capacity to fend off vulnerabilities.
Use Multi-factor authentication (MFA) such as on emails to advance data security.
Control third-party access to your data such as remote employees, vendors, subcontractors, & business partners etc.
Be wary of external device like flash drives and smartphones as they are vulnerable points when plugged into computers.
Read more tips at:#https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-how-to-cyber-security-best-practices-for-employees.html

Name: Brandy Cisneros
School: Texas A&M – San Antonio
Class: CISA 3358, Fall 2019
Organization: BRISLIV Ltd.
Major: Business
Date: 12 April 2021

Top 10 things employees must do to practice good cyber security things
Learn to always back up your data
Select only uniquely but rememberable passwords.
Install a suitable antivirus software and regularly scan for viruses.
Do not leave your workstation open and unattended, even during remote working.
Be skeptical and desist from clicking suspicious links, pops and ads, despite the temptation to do so.
Promptly report any data-related suspicious activity such as sudden loss of data files.
Update software and system to boost capacity to fend off vulnerabilities.
Use Multi-factor authentication (MFA) such as on emails to advance data security.
Control third-party access to your data such as remote employees, vendors, subcontractors, & business partners etc.
Be wary of external device like flash drives and smartphones as they are vulnerable points when plugged into computers.
Read more tips at:#https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-how-to-cyber-security-best-practices-for-employees.html

What are Phishing Attacks..?

Involves sending fraudulent information to appear as though it’s coming from a reliable source.
An attacker pretends to be a trusted source such as through email, where one clicks a malicious link that may lead to installation of malware.
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ncas/tips/ST04-014

Don’t open suspicious emails
Don’t click on suspicious links in emails.
Don’t click on pop-up ads.
Use spam filters and antivirus protection.
Don’t share personal/financial information.
More on phishing at: https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-online-scams-what-is-phishing.html

FAQs by Employees on
Cyber Security

What is cyber security and is it essential at the workplace?
Do mobile devices present security risks?
What Is a firewall and do I need one?
How do I create a strong password?
How often should I back-Up data?
What are the best practices on cyber hygiene?
How do I learn more about cyber security?
More at: ICAP Center; https://www.iacpcybercenter.org/chiefs/it-security/frequently-asked-questions/

Password Guidance: The Do’s & Don’ts
Effective cyber security practice entails proper management of passwords and passcodes

Physical security means employees must lock away or protect hardware, software, networks and data from actions such as damage or theft.
It is a key component of data and information security and employees should prevent willful and harmful actions that may lead to loss and damage.
Examples of physical insecurity include Piggy Backing & Tailgating.
These two concepts refers to when a person tags along with another person who is authorized to gain entry into a restricted area, or pass a certain checkpoint.
However in tailgating, one follows another without the former’s consent while in piggy backing, there is consent.

Staff sensitization to beware of elusive persons and disallowing authorized persons from entering specific areas.
Have a security camera system to tract movements.
Wear employee badges and visitors to have their badges.
Use managed or hosted access control system to ensure only authorized persons are allowed passage.
More at: https://bulldogfireandsecurity.com/prevent-tailgating-or-piggybacking/

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https://www.malwarefox.com/most-common-passwords/

Cyber Security Statistics at the Workplace
95% of cybersecurity breaches are caused by human error.
The average cost of a data breach is $3.86 million as of 2020.
88% of organizations worldwide experienced spear phishing attempts in 2019.
Security breaches have increased by 11% since 2018 and 67% since 2014.
Phishing attacks account for more than 80% of reported security incidents
94% of malware is delivered by email .
The top malicious email attachment types are .doc and .dot which make up 37%, the next highest is .exe at 19.5%.
After declining in 2019, phishing increased in 2020 to account for 1 in every 4,200 emails
Case: In 2016, Uber reported that hackers stole the information of over 57 million riders and drivers.
Case: In 2017, 147.9 million consumers were affected by the Equifax Breach costing $4 billion..
Case: At Marriott-Starwood a data breach publicized in 2018 had affected 500 million consumers dating back to 2014.
Case: In 2020, a Twitter breach targeted 130 notable accounts, resulting in swindling $121,000 in Bitcoin via about 300 transactions.
Data source: Varonis (2021). 134 Cybersecurity Statistics and Trends for 2021: https://www.varonis.com/blog/cybersecurity-statistics/

Employees are encouraged to promptly report any suspicious activities relating to cyber operations to the IT Department team.

Contact Us
Toll Free Hotline:
1-855– 324-6200
Contact Person:
Jack Rick, Cyber Risk analyst
Email to:
anonymoushotline@Brisliv.org

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