Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023

The best workouts always begin with a good warmup. This week, we’ll lay the groundwork for the rest of Cyber Month, covering topics like:

• common cyber threats
• tools that can keep you safe online
• simple steps to start and practice getting cyber safe

Here’s where the workout really begins. This week, we’ll work up a metaphorical sweat by learning how and why to:

• learn about QR code phishing
• use strong and unique passwords and passphrases
• enable multi-factor authentication (MFA)
• avoid phishing and social engineering scams

Beat cyber criminals to the punch by defending your devices! This week, we’ll cover the ways you can keep your devices protected, including:

• installing security software
• securing your home Wi-Fi

Staying in good cyber shape means keeping on top of your security habits. This week, we’ll talk about the ways you can automate your cyber safety, like:

• using a password manager
• using tools to verify that your privacy and data is protected
• backing up your data

And it's a wrap! So what's next? Share your motivation with the world! Here's how to be a coach for your family, friends and coworkers:

• talk about cyber security with older adults
• teach younger kids about cyber threats
• help your colleagues and friends by sharing all you learnt this month