Online shopping has gained popularity due to its convenience of buying from the comfort of your home. However, it involves sharing your shipping information and the website you visit may not be secure, which makes you vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Always verify that the site you visit is secure and handles your information accordingly.
 

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Have you ever encountered a pop-up ad or a fake alert while browsing the internet? Well, beware! These can be scareware, designed to deceive you into downloading malware or viruses that can harm your computer. 

Tips to remember:

1. Stay calm when encountering a scareware pop-up.
2. Disregard pop-up ads that claim your computer is infected.
3. Obtain software only from reputable and legal sources.
4. Refrain from providing your personal information if you encounter pop-up ads.
5. Update your operating system as always, as it will also enhance the security of your system.
6. Use trusted tools like ad blockers to block scareware, infections, and malware.

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Keeping your software and devices up-to-date with the latest patches will guarantee you the best features and enhanced security. It can be compared to upgrading to the latest smartphone on the market, offering superior specifications compared to your previous phone. Regular updates will not only bring new improvements but also protect your system against possible attacks. So, never forget to update!

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A recent phishing campaign targets U.S. organizations, aiming to deploy the NetSupport RAT, a remote access trojan. Tracked by Israeli cybersecurity firm Perception Point as Operation PhantomBlu, this campaign employs a sophisticated method by exploiting Microsoft Office's Object Linking and Embedding (OLE) template manipulation to execute malicious code, avoiding detection. NetSupport RAT, derived from the legitimate tool NetSupport Manager, enables threat actors to conduct various data-gathering actions on compromised devices.

The attack begins with a phishing email themed around salary reports, urging recipients to open a Microsoft Word document attached to the email. Analysis of email headers reveals the use of the legitimate email marketing platform Brevo (formerly Sendinblue). Upon opening the Word document and following instructions to view a salary graph, victims unwittingly...

Hello and welcome to this week's Securi-Trivia! This quiz is designed to test your knowledge and reinforce the cybersecurity tips we send out every day. Each week, we'll ask you 10 multiple-choice questions based on the daily tips and awareness we've sent out during the week. The questions will cover a range of topics, including understanding data security and more. To pass the quiz and receive dreampoints, you'll need to get at least an 80% passing score.
Remember, staying safe online is a shared responsibility. Answer the questions to test your knowledge. Don't worry if you don't get them all right on the first try - you can retake the quiz as many times as you like!

Click this link to take the quiz: https://securitytips.cloudstaff.com/quizzes/view/124 

When our phones get low on battery or drained, we often rush to public charging ports, but sharing cords could post security risks. Hackers can sneakily install spyware on your device, letting them secretly access your personal info and track where you go without you knowing. You can avoid this by bringing your cable, charger, or power bank for safer charging.

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It's important to remember that just because you haven't experienced any attacks does not mean you are fully secure. Even the most protected organizations can be targeted and attacked, so adopting a zero-trust mindset is necessary. Prioritize protecting yourself and your devices to ensure maximum security.

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Social engineering is a kind of cyberattack that involves manipulative tactics to trick individuals into revealing or sharing sensitive information and using it for their own gain.

Preventive tips for this attack:

• Stay cautious about the information you share with someone, whether it's your friend or not.
• Verify URLs before clicking, and avoid visiting illegal websites.
• Educate yourself and others.
• Report and monitor for any malicious activity in your account.

Being vigilant against social engineering helps prevent falling victim to scams or cyberattacks.

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Honeytrap is a threat that tricks people by pretending to be attractive online. The person befriends their targets and fakes an online relationship with them. The criminal then takes advantage of this relationship to extract their victims’ details, borrow money from them, or make them install malware into their computers. This cyber threat is also part of Social Engineering attacks as it directly communicates and manipulates the victim to obtain confidential information.

Do’s

1. Exercise Caution Online: When communicating with strangers on the internet, be cautious, particularly on dating or social networking sites where honeytraps are prevalent. 
2. Verify Identities: If you're developing a relationship with someone online, verify their identity through multiple channels, such as video calls, social media profiles, or mutual connections to see...

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Of course, we won’t stop reminding you. An email or message containing poor grammar, incorrect spelling, and unfamiliar links or attachments could be indicative of a phishing attempt. It's crucial to exercise caution and refrain from engaging with such messages to mitigate potential security threats or scams

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