Staying Safe Online Technology Services Organization

General Security Run Anti-Virus/Anti-Malware Software Run Firewall Software Be Suspicious – Treat the Internet as if everyone’s out to get you – attachments (.exe,.pdf) Avoid using the same password everywhere

Social Networking

Twitter exploits – January 5: exploiting Direct Message feature – Last week: XSS exploit Facebook exploits – “Koobface” virus – Password stealing virus through Be suspicious! – The more popular a service, the more attractive it is to attackers

Wireless Networks (WIFI) Don’t join Unknown Open WIFI Network – Nothing comes for free When joining a Public Network (Starbucks, etc.), tell Windows it’s a Public Network, NOT Home or Work – Provides more security from others on the same network More info: blic/publicwireless.aspx

Bluetooth Use Non-discoverable Mode – Protects against “Cabir” worm Only Pair with Known Devices Change Default PIN More info: – Security/Pages/SecurityQA.aspx – orks/security/pages/protecting.aspx

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