You can set up an additional security layer for yourself by using your fingerprints or face, you can enhance your safety against various attacks. For instance, when setting up your Microsoft Authenticator app, you can register your biometrics, such as fingerprint or face, which you will provide every time you log in. Smartphones also use this as security a feature, like registering your face or setting up your fingerprint to unlock your phone.

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Have you ever looked up your name on a search engine like Google? Have you checked your Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter accounts, or seen your picture on Google? If so, it's important to regularly keep an eye on what comes up when people search your name or email address. This can help you quickly spot and deal with any privacy or security issues that might pop up.

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When writing online reviews for products or services you've purchased, avoid including personal information to safeguard your privacy. Additionally, ensure that any pictures attached to your reviews don't inadvertently capture sensitive data, such as credit card numbers or addresses, to minimize the risk of identity theft. Prioritizing these precautions helps protect both yourself and other users in the online community.

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Beware of push notification attacks, or Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) attacks, where hackers try to access MFA-protected accounts by deceiving users into approving fake authentication requests via push notifications. Stay vigilant, verify push notification requests before approving, and report any suspicious activity, including social engineering tactics like impersonating legitimate websites or services.

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Wire transfer fraud uses social engineering like email impersonation or fake invoices to deceive people or organizations into sending money to false accounts. Training to recognize scams, implementing verification processes, and conducting transactions securely are essential defenses.

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Geolocation involves pinpointing the real-world location of objects, devices, or individuals, often utilizing GPS. While enhancing location-based services, it also poses cybersecurity risks like identity theft, privacy invasion, and stalking. Users should have control over their privacy settings and be educated about associated risks to mitigate these dangers.

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Be cautious with Bluetooth due to BLUFFS attacks, allowing nearby attackers to manipulate encryption and compromise data privacy. To mitigate risks, avoid using Bluetooth in public areas, turn it off when unnecessary, update device software regularly, and heed manufacturer security advice.

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Setting up separate Wi-Fi connections for different purposes, such as work and personal use, helps protect your home network. This way, even if hackers manage to breach one part of your network, they can't easily access other segments, thereby reducing the risk of a major breach. Additionally, using a strong password can further enhance your network security.

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Implementing email filtering features in Microsoft Outlook can prevent spam, phishing attempts, and malicious attachments from reaching your inbox, thus lowering the chances of falling prey to hackers. These measures not only minimize the risk of clicking on harmful links but also improve your cybersecurity stance and reduce the threat of cyberattacks.

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Be cautious when sharing photos in chat conversations, as they may be forwarded or shared without your permission. Avoid sharing sensitive content; use private messaging for confidential photographs, and always consider the potential consequences before sending. By being careful about what you share, you can better safeguard your online privacy.