You may want to consider limiting access to all other directories and creating a special directory solely for file sharing. Restrict access to your files by sharing them only with those who genuinely need them and whom you know and trust. Also, remember to remove files you no longer need to reduce the risk of unwanted access. Regularly clean up your file-sharing account and delete any files you no longer require.

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Links must be checked to ensure they are operational and pointing to the proper destination.

To make sure links are legitimate, hover over them. Ensure that URLs begin with "https". This shows that encryption is activated to safeguard your data. Always remember to be aware of "lookalike" sites like "Cloudst4aff.com".

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It's important to protect your passwords. If you suspect that your password has been compromised, change it immediately. Your password may be compromised if you experience multiple sign-in failures on your account, if someone else accesses another account that uses the same or a similar password, or if you notice any unusual activity on your account. If your password has been compromised, all the data associated with it may also be compromised. It's crucial to change your password if you believe that someone else has accessed your account. Make sure that your new password is completely unique.

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Proceed with caution when accessing email attachments, especially password-protected ZIP files. Malicious software or malware may be contained in email attachments. Since a virus scanner may not be able to automatically scan the ZIP file's contents, it's important to take precautions. Before opening any email attachment, make sure you know and trust the sender to protect yourself. Never activate macros in email attachments. The macro, not the email attachment, may pose a real danger.

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Any information assets you find—like USB drives—should be surrendered immediately. Never plug them into your workstation. These allegedly "lost" files and devices might contain false information or harmful software that could infect your computer and the network with spyware, which would allow for network eavesdropping or other forms of malware.

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Spear phishers use manipulative emails to target specific individuals, hoping to deceive them into disclosing sensitive information or infecting their computers with malware. These attackers often request personal or confidential information, or they may attempt to deceive you into installing malicious software by clicking on a link or opening an attachment. It is important to always be cautious of emails, even if they seem to come from a trusted source. When in doubt, consider calling the sender to verify if they have indeed sent the email.

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To check if your email account is active, spam emails may use the "unsubscribe" feature. Don't remove your name from mailing lists that you didn't join, as you might be prompted to opt out of receiving spam emails. Clicking on the unsubscribe link can possibly redirect you to malware. Moreover, the spammer may use your response to ascertain that your email account is active and continue sending you spam messages, or even sell your email address to another spammer. When you receive unsolicited emails, resist the urge to immediately unsubscribe. Instead, mark them as spam and let your email application handle the rest.

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Your computer or mobile device could potentially be infected with malware by anyone who has access to it. Never allow family or friends to use your workstation computer or devices, as they may unwittingly introduce malware, particularly young children. If this happens, all of the data on the computer or device may be compromised.

It's also essential to be cautious if you're considering setting up a guest account or another account for them to use. Even if you do this, it's best not to allow anyone else to use your computer if it has access to information from your place of employment.

By being vigilant and mindful of these risks, you can help safeguard your devices against potential malware attacks.

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Report it right away if you spot someone entering a restricted area without a badge. Intruders could physically breach security rather than digitally. Anyone acting suspiciously when in a restricted area should always be reported. Someone trying to access a facility without the proper credentials or without a badge may be attempting to steal data or tangible goods from the company.

Before accessing information about your company while working remotely, get approval and instructions first. It is always crucial to take security measures before accessing confidential and sensitive information from your company. When you're at home or on the go, your internet connection might not be as secure, providing hackers a chance to steal your data. Connect to a secure VPN ( Virtual Private Network ) connection provided by your company. 

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