Staying Secure in an Insecure World NATE HOWE CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER Education – Partnership – Solutions

What is information security? Information has value; it is an asset Securing information requires people, processes, technologies, and facilities properly designed and operating to resist threats Risks can be managed, but never fully eliminated Education – Partnership – Solutions

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Passwords Longer is stronger – consider a “passphrase” Different password for each service Security questions can be researched using social media Education – Partnership – Solutions

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Avoid this by considering a password vault such as LastPass Education – Partnership – Solutions

Software updates Operating system, 3rd party software, anti-malware software Enable automatic update options on devices Patching is more important than running anti-malware software Education – Partnership – Solutions

Beware look-alike anti-malware software… Education – Partnership – Solutions

Digital housekeeping Delete what is not needed Delete multiple copies of same file Delete outdated versions Unclogs & speeds up device Education – Partnership – Solutions

Backups Backup everything else Network shared drives and home directories CometSpace powered by box.com Online services such as CrashPlan, Carbonite, and iCloud External hard drives Recover from ransomware if uninfected backups are available Education – Partnership – Solutions

Online scams

Take note of the website address - Is it constructed properly? Education – Partnership – Solutions

Regularly review your credit card and bank statements for unusual charges Monitor your credit reports periodically (Equifax, Experian, and Trans Union) Education – Partnership – Solutions

Stick with reputable sellers and familiar payment systems Education – Partnership – Solutions

Be wary of unsolicited s, links, and website banners Education – Partnership – Solutions

Job scams on the rise… Job offers without an interview or even applying Initial checks to be deposited Personal information collected Education – Partnership – Solutions

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Deal locally & face-to-face Avoid shipping or wiring money Obtain 3 rd party inspection Education – Partnership – Solutions

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Securing your smartphone is as important as securing your desktops and laptops

Mobile Device Protection Require a passcode to unlock the screen Backup your device & keep software up-to-date Enable features to locate or erase your missing device Disable unnecessary location-based services Beware unsolicited phone calls & text scams Education – Partnership – Solutions

Only install software from trusted sources Education – Partnership – Solutions

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Avoid establishing relationships online with people you haven’t met in person wrong-place-fbi-says-n Education – Partnership – Solutions

Safe social networking Adjust available privacy settings Consider not posting personal information and location data Consider the privacy and permanence of what you post Education – Partnership – Solutions

Educate users about the risks of their “online lifestyles” Education – Partnership – Solutions

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Secure your home

Information storage Decline writing SSN when possible Make copies of the cards in your wallet Avoid carrying unnecessary personal information Card statements, bills, and documented passwords should be locked up within the home Education – Partnership – Solutions

Information destruction Shred mail rather than trash it Properly destroy or overwrite hard drives, memory cards, and electronic devices Education – Partnership – Solutions

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Staying Secure in an Insecure World NATE HOWE CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER Education – Partnership – Solutions