October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Each October, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency( CISA), in partnership with the National Cybersecurity Alliance, leads Cybersecurity Awareness Month to empower Americans to protect themselves online. This year’ s theme is Building a Cyber Strong America, highlighting the need to strengthen the country ' s infrastructure against cyber threats, ensuring resilience and security.
Here are four simple steps everyone can take to stay safer online:
• Use strong passwords: Create unique, complex passwords for each account. Better yet, use a password manager to help keep track of them securely.
• Turn on multifactor authentication( MFA): MFA adds an extra layer of protection to your accounts, making it harder for cybercriminals to gain access.
• Recognize and report phishing: Don’ t click suspicious links or attachments in emails or texts. If something seems off, trust your instincts and report it.
• Update software regularly: Keeping apps, software and devices updated helps fix security flaws and keeps you protected from new threats.
Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility. By taking these basic steps, we can do our part to build a safer digital world. To learn more and access helpful tools and resources, visit https:// www. cisa. gov / cybersecurity-awareness-month. www. CityofPSL. com / EM
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