Long before firewalls or antivirus software take action, your awareness is what truly keeps threats away. Stay alert for suspicious emails, unexpected attachments, and unfamiliar links—even if they seem to come from someone you trust. By staying informed and thinking before you click, you can prevent online threats before they ever begin.

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Passwords can be cracked—biometrics like fingerprints or facial recognition offer stronger protection.

Do:

• Enable biometrics on all devices
• Use more than one method (e.g., fingerprint + face)
• Keep security settings updated

Avoid:

• Never disable biometrics after setup
• Avoid easy PINs or guessable logins
• Always enable two-factor authentication

Protect your data with security as unique as you!

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Anyone can be a target, no matter their role within the company. Attackers don’t only focus on executives; they look for any way into the system. Anyone with access to company data can be targeted. Security is everyone’s responsibility, regardless of position. It’s important to always stay alert and cautious. Following security best practices helps protect both individuals and the company. 

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Cyberattacks can happen without warning, so always stay one step ahead by practicing strong cybersecurity habits. Keep your devices and software up to date, use strong passwords with multi-factor authentication, and stay alert for phishing attempts. Being prepared today is the best way to avoid being caught off guard tomorrow.

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Avoid letting family members use your work device—even for seemingly harmless tasks. Sharing access, even briefly, can lead to unintended consequences. Unintended downloads, misclicks, or changes to settings can compromise sensitive data and security protocols. Even trusted users can accidentally introduce security risks without realizing it. To protect your data and your organization, keep working devices for work use only. 

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Phishing emails often look legitimate, but small details can reveal the scam. Watch out for unexpected messages, urgent demands, or odd-looking links. One common trick is slight changes to domain names—like replacing letters or adding extra characters—to mimic trusted sources. If something feels off, don’t rush—pause, double-check the sender’s email address, and verify the request through a trusted channel before taking action. 

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Why DNS Security Matters

While firewalls and antivirus tools get most of the attention, DNS is a critical — and often overlooked — layer of cybersecurity. As the system that connects users to websites, apps, and online services, DNS is essential to internet functionality. But because it wasn’t built with security in mind, it's become a prime target for attackers.

Common threats like DNS spoofing, hijacking, and tunneling can redirect users, steal data, or shut down services entirely. Since DNS plays a role in nearly every online interaction, securing it is not just important — it's a core defense against modern cyber attacks.

Source: https://thehackernews.com/2025/06/why-dns-security-is-your-first-defense.html 

Cyber threats like phishing scams and malware often hide in emails, links, or downloads and can easily go unnoticed. To stay safe, always use strong passwords, keep your software updated, and think twice before sharing personal or sensitive information. For added protection, enable multi-factor authentication and use encryption to keep your data secure.

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Protect your account by enabling 2FA for an extra layer of security.Even if someone gets your password, they’ll still need a second factor to access your account.

The three common forms of 2FA are:

1. Something You Know: A password or PIN.
2. Something You Have: A code from your phone or authenticator app
3. Something You Are: Fingerprints or facial recognition.

Two steps are safer than one!

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Always use strong, unique passwords for each of your accounts to reduce the risk of unauthorized access. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) whenever possible for an added layer of security. Stay cautious of unexpected emails or messages, especially those containing links or attachments, as they may be phishing attempts.

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