Hints & Tips

Free Wi-Fi is widely available in many areas and businesses. Many people connect to these free networks while traveling or away from home. One particular scam called the “evil twin” attack involves a cybercriminal using a device to set up a fake Wi-Fi access point where you typically use free, public internet. Cybercriminals name their fake access points very similarly to the names of legitimate Wi-Fi sources to attempt to trick you into connecting to their network.

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 the content and body of the email that may help you realize that you are being phished.

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.