Is your password "12345"? Or is it quite simply, the "space button". If it is, you will definitely need some tips on how to better protect your information on the Internet.
A Russian crime gang managed to gather 1.2 billion stolen Internet credentials of individuals and businesses, yesterday. According to The New York Times, the information was collected from a number of high-profile hacks, including the Adobe breach last year.
There are some simple things you can do to improve your security.
1. Regularly update your apps and programs as it helps prevent bugs and glitches that hackers use as a leeway to your information.
2. Change your password consistently, and make them difficult ones that you can remember.
3. Use password management apps like LastPass and 1Password. The apps can auto-generate complex passwords and store them. It is important you use trustworthy apps, as storing your passwords can be risky.
4. Never use an untrusted network as this leaves your device vulnerable to attacks.
5. Use two-step verification processes to secure your email accounts when inputting your information into websites that you wish to utilize.
6. Be aware and up-to-date with the latest scams. Scammers are always changing their tactics so it is important that you keep up with them.
7. Check websites you use for an encrypted connection. When it comes to emails, banking and online payments, it is important that you use trustworthy websites. "Https" is far more secure than "http" as the "s" stands for sure.
8. Use fake details whenever you have the opportunity. Incase a hacker does steal your information, you won't be endangered if that information was false to begin with.
People often overlook protecting their information in the Internet but reality is, technology is changing and advancing - including hackers.
