Keeping Information Safe Task 4

Basic security measures Passwords Change password on regular basis Do not use names or words easily linked to yourself Try to use a mix of letters and numbers or upper and lower case if the password is case sensitive Do not tell other people your password

Pets name Where you live Someone’s name Random mix of letters and numbers

Types of Spyware Malware – Collects information from your computer and passes it back to a 3 rd party Adware – Software which displays unsolicited adverts; often linked to spyware Trojan Horse – a type of malware which hides behind a desired software program Dialers – can be used to link your computer to a premium line telephone number

Internet Security Do not put all your personal details on internet sites eg facebook When using websites look for the internet security padlock Be aware that pop ups are a common way of getting you to link to a virus or malware

Internet Security Use sites that you know about and can check their security Check the ULR matches the site you are viewing ml

Phishing Most commonly an stating your account Information needs updating Watch for URL’s that are numeric or different from the link you clicked on Best thing to do is to type in the URL (Uniform Resource Locator) and check your account directly without following any links in the Many legitimate s no longer contain a link (Paypal)

Example of a Phishing

security Do not respond to unsolicited s asking for personal details. If you receive an unknown with an attachment delete without opening the attachment If an offers you a deal that seems too good to be true it invariably will be so delete it

Your computer Ensure that you have up to date virus software, ideally with links to get regular updates Make sure that your firewall setting are correct and providing the levels of protection you need If you have a wireless network make sure it is password protected