Stay Cyber-Secure This Summer: Protecting Yourself Online

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We all want to make the most of summer and travel season without worrying about cybersecurity issues. In fact, Security magazine has presented data from a report by McAfee that sheds light on the prevalence of online scams on those trying to save money booking travel online. But don’t worry, the article offers some tips we share here to help you stay safe online.

According to the research, a staggering 30% of adults have fallen victim or know someone who has fallen victim to an online scam while trying to save money when booking travel. To ensure you have a safe and enjoyable summer vacation, let's dive into some helpful tips that will keep you secure:

Create Super Strong Passwords: Creating robust passwords is an effective way to reduce security concerns and minimize the risk of being hacked.
While there's some debate about the minimum length of a password, longer passwords are generally more secure. Research from Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) suggests that anything less than 12 characters may leave your accounts vulnerable.

Use a combination of upper and lowercase letters, numbers, special characters, and even spaces when allowed. This variety makes your password harder to crack.

Password Managers to the Rescue: Password managers are powerful tools that can alleviate password security concerns and simplify your online life. Password managers encrypt your passwords and store them in a secure file. This way, you only need to remember a single master password to access all your accounts.

Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Multi-Factor Authentication adds an extra layer of security to your accounts by requiring multiple forms of verification during the login process.

By following these tips and incorporating them into your online habits, you'll be well-prepared to safeguard your sensitive information and enjoy your summer vacations.

Cybersecurity is our top priority at Hikvision, and we're dedicated to keeping our customers informed and protected. If you're hungry for more knowledge and want to dive deeper into cybersecurity insights, head over to our online cybersecurity center.

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