This month, University Technology’s ([U]Tech) Information Security Office is marking National Cybersecurity Awareness Month by sharing information on different facets of cybersecurity.
In its 15th year, the month-long awareness campaign promotes the importance of protecting against hackers, online scammers and other cyber-threats.
This week, the Information Security Office is focusing on staying safe from malware.
The following information is courtesy of the SANS Institute.
Malware is a type of program designed to infect computers and devices. Once installed, malware allows cyber-attackers to spy on your online activities, steal passwords, delete or encrypt files or use your system to attack others.
Here are 10 tips to stay safe from malware:
- Use anti-virus software and keep it updated.
- Keep operating systems updated and patched.
- Install software and apps only from trusted sites.
- Only click on links or open attachments in emails you were expecting.
- Report incidents, such as if you have been hacked, to the [U]Tech Service Desk at help@case.edu, 216.368.HELP (4357) or case.edu/utech/help.
- Do not open unexpected email attachments.
- Never pay a ransom to unlock encrypted files.
- Do not click on untrusted or suspicious email links.
- Do not plug untrusted USB drives into computers or devices.
- If your computer has been infected, don’t try to fix the problems. Report it instead.
Visit the [U]Tech’s Information Security Office website for security tips and news.