Everyday Cyber Security April 27 th 2010

Why Should You Care? Ensuring your privacy and security Protecting yourself and others Practicing safe internet use Consequences of unsafe practices

Concerns of Social Networking Sites Threats –Add-ons, spam, 419 scam, banners(spyware), worms, spoofed pages Cyber bullying –Phoebe Prince’s story Safety –Be Discreet, be skeptical, be thoughtful, be wary

Security Opening attachments Phishing Spam Antivirus Firewall Education & Awareness

Cyber Predators Where to find: –Chat rooms –Webcams –Social Networking Sites Characteristics of Predators How predators lure their victims Dangers of predators What to do if you encounter one

Chat Room Safety Tips: Do not include identifying information –Such as: real name, date of birth, or address Do not go into private chat rooms Do not say anything in a chat room that you wouldn’t say in public Do not meet anyone face to face without an adult Leave if the chat is uncomfortable Never post or pictures of yourself to strangers Never give out your password Do not download files from unknown sources or without parents’ consent

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Digital Rights Management (DRM) What it is Copyright infringement –Piracy –Technology Potentially infringing actions: –Downloading movies, music, programs –Bit torrents, P2P sharing Consequences

Online Gaming Flash games, MMOs Social abuse Account, payment security Protecting personal information

Cell Phone Security Do not post cell phone number Protect with a password or PIN Store personal information with caution GPS/Locator security

Malware/Viruses Spyware –Used to steal private info –Key loggers –Remote access Adware Viruses/Worms

Protection Tools Anti-virus programs Anti-spyware programs Firewalls User configured settings Secure web pages –SSL, https Yourself!

Find 5 items on this page which indicate this site it secure Green bar https Proper web address VeriSign Logo SSL lock

Security Habits to Remember Password protection –Never share your passwords –Change frequently –If written down, store in a secure place Best practices –Really read security warnings! –Keep your computer, AV up-to-date –Be mindful of personal information Use common sense!

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