- Guideline: Always create strong passwords, at least 12 characters long and include a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Avoid using easily guessable information like birthdays or common words.
- Tip: Use a password manager to generate and store complex passwords securely.
- Guideline: Wherever possible, enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) for an extra layer of security. This requires users to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to their accounts, making it harder for hackers to gain control.
- Tip: Use apps like Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator for MFA.
- Guideline: Do not open emails, attachments, or links from unknown or suspicious sources. Hackers often use phishing emails to trick users into clicking malicious links or downloading malware.
- Tip: Hover over links to see their true destination before clicking, and report any suspicious emails to the IT department.
- Guideline: Regularly update your operating system, software, and antivirus programs. Hackers often exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software to gain access to systems.
- Tip: Enable automatic updates where possible to ensure you’re always protected against the latest threats.
- Guideline: Avoid accessing sensitive information or conducting important work over public Wi-Fi networks, as they can be easily compromised by hackers.
- Tip: If you must use public Wi-Fi, connect through a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to encrypt your internet traffic and protect your data.
Sharing these guidelines with employees will help them adopt safer practices and reduce the risk of their PCs being compromised by hackers.
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