There is a lot of wrong information, bad people, bad websites, and cybercrime on the Internet. To ensure privacy and security on the internet, it’s important to be aware of different types of internet attacks. For example –
Phishing – Phishing is a cyber-attack involving email. Hackers try to trick email recipients into believing that the message is genuine so they click on the link, hand over their personal information, and bank details, or download malware. Then naturally the email recipients are fooled.
Hacking – Hackers always want to exploit the vulnerability of a private network or system so that they can steal confidential information and data. Until hackers gain full access to the device, exploiting RDP’s vulnerabilities can steal the data themselves and sell the data on the dark web.
Malware – Malware is a broad term related to viruses, worms, and other malicious programs that hackers use to steal sensitive information. Malware is any software intended to harm a computer, server, or network.
Below are steps and suggestions everyone should follow to safeguard their computers and personal information while connected to the Internet, protect themselves from computer crime, and protect their bank account details.
1. Create a strong password that will help you maintain internet security.
2. Keep your operating system and software up to date to protect yourself.
3. Always be cautious of e-mail links and attachments because E-mail is not encrypted: One of the most common methods of spreading viruses, malware, and ransomware is through e-mail attachments and hyperlinks sent through e-mail. Always be extremely careful when working with attachments or links in e-mails you receive from anyone, even friends and family. Never send confidential information via e-mail, such as passwords, credit card information, etc. E-mail is not encrypted, and if intercepted by a third party, it can be read.
4. Be aware of phishing scams.
5. Be cautious about your logging: Be careful when logging into an account on a friend’s computer. If you log into a computer or network with which you are not familiar, intentionally or unintentionally with a username and password, do not save passwords and other information in that browser.
6. Always think before sharing something, not after sharing: Before sharing something on social networks or anywhere else on the internet, make sure you don’t mind if everyone sees it. Everything you share on the Internet should be considered public. If you are thinking of sharing something like this, you should consider it.
7. Protect yourself against malware and viruses: Protect your own computer from viruses by installing an antivirus program on the computer. If you don’t want to install antivirus protection, you should always update your computer to new versions of Windows.
8. Back up important data: There is no such thing as 100% computer security, so backing up important data is also important. If something goes wrong with your computer, there is no fear of data loss if you have a backup.
9. Don’t always trust what you read online: Remember that anyone can create a website on the internet. So if someone has created a site just for his malicious purpose, you can fall into that trap. Even today a website can be created to help spread fear, lies, or malware.
10. Before accessing any website you should check it carefully as it may not be trustworthy.