Despite numerous warnings by the ICT fraternity to invest in cybersecurity, very few Kenyans tak it seriously.
In fact, there are some who don’t even bother to use a different password for their varying social media accounts.
And if you’re among them, then don’t be surprised if you get hacked!
Today, Kenyans woke up to the startling news that their president was the victim of a cyber attack on his different social media accounts.
Which begs the question; if the president, with all his advanced cyber-security experts by his side, can be compromised, who are you t take cybersecurity seriously?
With this in mind, here are 5 important cybersecurity tips to follow. Woe unto you if you fail to make some of these changes!
You might just find yourself the innocent victim of a massive scandal as a result of your personal account being hacked!
Always keep your privacy settings on
Making sure that irrelevant people cannot access or monitor your data is incredibly important.
Most people do not concentrate on the privacy aspect of social media while sharing private details about themselves or their families.
Hackers and cybercriminals can exploit this
Most social networking websites, including Facebook, Instagram, etc., allow users to tweak or update their privacy settings easily.
You can take advantage of these features and keep your online privacy intact on social media.
Use encryption
The importance of encryption can never be downplayed in this era.
Encryption secures our data and online communications by using a series of complex algorithms which cannot be read or accessed by hackers or third-party agencies.
Choose strong passwords
If your password is easy to guess, then even the best encryption services cannot protect your data.
Choosing a difficult password is necessary. Failing to do that can be disastrous for your privacy and security.
There are multiple tools available on the internet that can help you create the strongest passwords.
You can employ any of these tools to create a password that is difficult to crack. Also, don’t forget to change your passwords every couple of months.
Keep Your Antivirus Program Updated
Anti-virus software may prove to be a hassle, but they save you from viruses and malware programs out there.
It may not save you from all the threats, but it can detect and remove most malware — if you’ve made sure that it’s up-to-date.
Always make sure to stay current with your Operating System’s updates and the applications that you use.
They provide a vital layer of security for your system and your
Unless you’re using a VPN, you can easily be hacked. Try avoiding a public Wi-Fi network completely. If you cannot, then make sure you have a VPN app installed on your device.