5 WAYS TO BECOME PRACTICALLY UNHACKABLE...
Threats to online security are as prevalent as ever. The more digital devices are woven into the structure of our everyday lives, the more crucial it becomes to protect against the threat of breaches and hacks.
That’s the idea behind Intel® Security’s Five Habits of Practically Unhackable People. These five essential habits take just a few minutes to read and can help you go from susceptible to practically unhackable.
Then come back here for Lenovo tips and tutorials. The Companion team has pulled together a quick-reference list of resources you can use to easily and quickly apply each of Intel’s recommendations on your Lenovo system.
And don't forget to take the same precautions on your mobile devices. "People look at them more as phones than computers and aren’t using the same safeguards," McAfee Chief Consumer Security Evangelist Gary Davis recently told Companion. "While most people would think twice about opening suspicious email on a PC, they tend to be more hurried when using a phone."
Never, ever enter a password or personal information without first checking the web address for HTTPS (instead of the simpler HTTP). That "s" stands for "secure." It means the website you’re accessing is using data encryption to protect your information and make it more difficult for hackers to eavesdrop. In fact, that one letter is so significant that even search engines like Google are now rewarding websites that use it with higher rankings.
Looking for HTTPS in the URL is essential, but there’s a lot more you can do to help keep your bank
accounts and identity safe. Use antivirus protection, secure your mobile devices and consider a program like McAfee® LiveSafe to protect all your PCs and keep sensitive files safe in the cloud.
You probably know to use public WiFi with caution and avoid banking and accessing other sensitive accounts at hotels and coffee shops. But do you know about virtual private networks (VPNs)? You can use your own VPN to create a secure, encrypted tunnel only for you—a great option if you often travel or work remotely. You can learn more about VPN options at #5habits.
Source: Lenovo Insider
That’s the idea behind Intel® Security’s Five Habits of Practically Unhackable People. These five essential habits take just a few minutes to read and can help you go from susceptible to practically unhackable.
- Think before you click
- Use HTTPS where it matters
MemorizeManage passwords- Use 2FA all day, every day
- Know when to VPN
Then come back here for Lenovo tips and tutorials. The Companion team has pulled together a quick-reference list of resources you can use to easily and quickly apply each of Intel’s recommendations on your Lenovo system.
Click with caution.
An email attachment here, an app installation there…the super speeds of today’s Internet connections make it easy to race through websites and downloads. These days, when you click a button or hyperlinked image you have mere seconds to change your mind. But hasty clicking is a hard habit to break—especially when your fingers have become so accustomed to high-tech touchpads and touchscreens.
The best advice? Take a cue from the National Cyber Security Alliance to STOP.THINK.CONNECT. Why? Because almost 95% of all 2013 hacks were caused when users unknowingly clicked bad links, and the largest high-profile leaks in recent memory all began with employees clicking on email links laced with malware. Following the suggestions from this global cybersecurity awareness campaign can help you stay safer online. And don't forget to take the same precautions on your mobile devices. "People look at them more as phones than computers and aren’t using the same safeguards," McAfee Chief Consumer Security Evangelist Gary Davis recently told Companion. "While most people would think twice about opening suspicious email on a PC, they tend to be more hurried when using a phone."
Insist on HTTPS—and more.
Never, ever enter a password or personal information without first checking the web address for HTTPS (instead of the simpler HTTP). That "s" stands for "secure." It means the website you’re accessing is using data encryption to protect your information and make it more difficult for hackers to eavesdrop. In fact, that one letter is so significant that even search engines like Google are now rewarding websites that use it with higher rankings.
Looking for HTTPS in the URL is essential, but there’s a lot more you can do to help keep your bank
accounts and identity safe. Use antivirus protection, secure your mobile devices and consider a program like McAfee® LiveSafe to protect all your PCs and keep sensitive files safe in the cloud.
Improve your passwords.
We all know that strong, secure passwords are critical to online security. So why do so many of us still recycle and reuse ones that are easy to crack? Because they’re also easy to remember. If you’re among the 37% of people who use the same password to gate multiple accounts, it’s time to make a date with your data. Intel’s campaign is a great reminder that there are indeed ways to create secure passwords without losing your mind. If you want to make the process as easy as possible, you can use a password managers to oversee the job for you.
Tighten the lock on your digital world.
Add extra security with 2 Factor Authentication (2FA). It’s easier than you may think! Websites and apps offering 2FA will provide a second layer of verification for your account—most often a PIN or passcode texted to your phone—on request. Many ThinkPad PCs come with fingerprint readers you can configure for 2FA use. The first time you log in from a new PC, you’ll be required to enter both means of verification (hence the “two”) before gaining access. So even if someone steals your password, they won’t be able to access your account.
Leverage a VPN
You probably know to use public WiFi with caution and avoid banking and accessing other sensitive accounts at hotels and coffee shops. But do you know about virtual private networks (VPNs)? You can use your own VPN to create a secure, encrypted tunnel only for you—a great option if you often travel or work remotely. You can learn more about VPN options at #5habits.
Source: Lenovo Insider
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