"Accept the fact that you are a target and cybersecurity is your responsibility. The probability of being a victim over the next 12 months is a guarantee." - Dr. Eric Cole, Cybersecurity expert
Dr. Eric Cole shares very practical tips on how you can protect yourself, your employees and your loved ones from a cyber attack (start at 2:40). With companies shifting to a remote workforce due to the #coronavirusoutbreak the attackers have increased their efforts and spear phishing is up 300%.
Some top takeaways for me...
1. Spear phishing is when a hacker sends an email from a known or trusted sender to get someone to click on a link or open an attachment and become compromised. Learn about the emails that everyone is opening.
Learn what kind of endpoint security is needed on your computer. This is anti-virus software like Symantec or McAfee. I just learned I need to upgrade.
FREE is the new "F" word. Learn why you should avoid all free cloud-based programs - you are agreeing to share your data when you do...
Tune in to the #evolvetowin show with Dr. Eric Cole. Please share if you find this information valuable and feel free to ask questions. You can also get his top tips at https://lnkd.in/gBhVTZh