Hints & Tips

Cryptocurrency, or “crypto,” is a digital currency with value that changes based on supply and demand. It has advantages, such as ease of transfer between parties, and investing in crypto can result in significant returns. However, bad actors frequently use cryptocurrency to conceal criminal activity, allowing them to try and trick you out of your hard-earned money. 

Pretexting is when cybercriminals create a false scenario using a made-up identity or pose as someone you know. They can even pose as employees of banks or credit card companies to manipulate you into divulging personal or sensitive information. 

Whether you work from home or work in an office, the security of your organization must be one of your top priorities. While these two locations can feel quite different, you can use the same precautions no matter whether you’re working from the office or at home. Let’s look at some important cybersecurity rules and how they can be used both in the office and when you are working at home. 

The prevalence of phishing scams is at an all-time high. Because you are the key to preventing a cyberattack within your organization, it is important to question the legitimacy of every email you receive. Below is a list of questions to ask yourself about any links or attachments in the email that may help you realize that you are being phished.

You know that little pop-up prompting you to restart your computer for a software update? The one that only seems to come up when you’re in the middle of something important? As annoying as it may seem, this notification is actually a valuable asset to your cybersecurity. So, before you click the “Later” option, let’s take a closer look!