Cyber safety

Cyber Safety

1. Cyber Safety Dr.Suresh Kumar Murugesan PhD Yellow Pond

2. About the Presenter Dr.Suresh Kumar Murugesan is a passionate Professor and Researcher from Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India At present he is Heading the department of Psychology, The American College, Madurai and Adjunct Professor of School of Behavioural Sciences and Education at TAU He is very keen in learning new research studies in behavioural Sciences and open to learn. His ultimate aim is to make impression in the field of Knowledge His area of specializations are Psychometry, Positive Psychotherapy and Cyber Psychology Yellow Pond

3. Disclaimer This presentation is prepared for learning purpose only and all the images and pictures used in this presentation are taken from google image search. Due recognition was given to all the material collected from the various sources. Any name or reference is missed kindly bring it to the notice of the presenter for inclusion. Email - [email protected] Thank you Yellow Pond

4. Introduction Kids have more information at their fingertips than any generation before. Tablets, laptops, and smartphones are common at school and at home, including for virtual learning. The devices aren’t going away anytime soon, which is why families should have conversations about cyber safety. Yellow Pond

5. Cyber Safety The internet and cyberspace has information that can enrich our lives. It also can harm us and the people we love. Actually we want our children to have access to it, but also want them to be safe online. How can we get both things? Yellow Pond

6. Cyber Safety How can we safe in online? This is the challenge of living in a connected world. The bad guys may be smart, but we can be smarter by teaching the cyber safety in the beginning itself.

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8. Cyber Safety Cyber safety is the act of staying safer in online. It includes being aware of the risks associated with our online activity and employing a few strategies to prevent or avoid these risks. Cyber safety is also sometimes referred to as online safety, internet safety, or e-safety. Yellow Pond

9. Danger of the Internet Yellow Pond

10. D angers of the internet One of the prevalent dangers of the internet is cybercriminals and the ever evolving cyber crimes they create. Because so many cyber crimes are launched to target any internet user, it's likely that no family member is exempt of such attacks, either. There are many threats children face online, as well as adults and teens. Yellow Pond

11. Dangers of the internet Educating the whole family on how to identify and avoid each cyber threat is an important part of internet safety. Here are at least 10 risks or dangers of the internet to know, but be aware that new cyber threats are constantly evolving. Identity theft Cyberbullying Online predators Faulty privacy setting Phishing Online scams Malware Inappropriate content Bait and switch Yellow Pond

12. Time To Act No matter how prepared weare, sometimes, bad things happen to careful people. If any of these things have happened, it might be time to take a stand: Having a friend pass on a private online conversation to someone else without your permission Being harassed via messages, Facebook, Twitter, email or in-game chat Being tricked into giving out a secret online Having an embarrassing picture of you posted or sent around online Being signed up to receive unwanted e-mails, like pornography, by someone else Having someone break into your account or steal your password Finding out that the person you're emailing , texting or messaging isn't the person you thought they were Having someone pretend to be you online Being entered in an online poll or contest without your knowledge Having someone post nasty comments on your guestbook, blog, or on a discussion board Yellow Pond

13. Types of Cyber Treat Yellow Pond

14. Types of cyber threats The threats countered by cyber-security are three-fold: Cybercrime includes single actors or groups targeting systems for financial gain or to cause disruption. Cyber-attack often involves politically motivated information gathering. Cyberterrorism is intended to undermine electronic systems to cause panic or fear. Yellow Pond

15. Malware Yellow Pond

16. Malware Malware means malicious software . One of the most common cyber threats, malware is software that a cybercriminal or hacker has created to disrupt or damage a legitimate user’s computer. Often spread via an unsolicited email attachment or legitimate-looking download Malware may be used by cybercriminals to make money or in politically motivated cyber-attacks. Yellow Pond

17. There are a number of different types of malware, including: Virus Trojans Spyware R ansomware Adware Botnets SQL injection Phishing Man-in-the-middle attack Denial-of-service attack Yellow Pond

18. Virus A self-replicating program that attaches itself to clean file and spreads throughout a computer system, infecting files with malicious code. Yellow Pond

19. Trojans A type of malware that is disguised as legitimate software . Cybercriminals trick users into uploading Trojans onto their computer where they cause damage or collect data. Yellow Pond

20. Spyware A program that secretly records what a user does, so that cybercriminals can make use of this information. For example, spyware could capture credit card details . Yellow Pond

21. Ransomware Malware which locks down a user’s files and data , with the threat of erasing it unless a ransom is paid. Yellow Pond

22. Adware Advertising software which can be used to spread malware. Yellow Pond

23. Botnets Networks of malware infected computers which cybercriminals use to perform tasks online without the user’s permission . Yellow Pond

24. SQL injection An SQL (structured language query) injection is a type of cyber-attack used to take control of and steal data from a database. Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in data-driven applications to insert malicious code into a database via a malicious SQL statement. This gives them access to the sensitive information contained in the database. Yellow Pond

25. Phishing Phishing is when cybercriminals target victims with emails that appear to be from a l egitimate company asking for sensitive information . Phishing attacks are often used to dupe people into handing over credit card data and other personal information . Yellow Pond

26. Man-in-the-middle attack A man-in-the-middle attack is a type of cyber threat where a cybercriminal intercepts communication between two individuals in order to steal data . For example, on an unsecure WiFi network , an attacker could intercept data being passed from the victim’s device and the network. Yellow Pond

27. Denial-of-service attack A denial-of-service attack is where cybercriminals prevent a computer system from fulfilling legitimate requests by overwhelming the networks and servers with traffic. This renders the system unusable, preventing an organization from carrying out vital functions. Yellow Pond

28. Latest cyber threats Yellow Pond

29. Latest cyber threats S ome of the most recent cyber threats that the U.K., U.S., and Australian governments have reported on. Dridex malware Romance scams Emotet malware Yellow Pond

30. Dridex malware In December 2019, the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) charged the leader of an organized cyber-criminal group for their part in a global Dridex malware attack. This malicious campaign affected the public, government, infrastructure and business worldwide. Dridex is a financial trojan with a range of capabilities. Affecting victims since 2014, it infects computers though phishing emails or existing malware. Capable of stealing passwords, banking details and personal data which can be used in fraudulent transactions, it has caused massive financial losses amounting to hundreds of millions. In response to the Dridex attacks, the U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre advises the public to “ensure devices are patched, antivirus is turned on and up to date and files are backed up”. Yellow Pond

31. Romance scams In February 2020, the FBI warned U.S. citizens to be aware of confidence fraud that cyber criminals commit using dating sites, chat rooms and apps. Perpetrators take advantage of people seeking new partners, duping victims into giving away personal data. The FBI reports that romance cyber threats affected 114 victims in New Mexico in 2019, with financial losses amounting to $1.6 million. Yellow Pond

32. Emotet malware In late 2019, The Australian Cyber Security Centre warned national organizations about a widespread global cyber threat from Emotet malware. Emotet is a sophisticated trojan that can steal data and also load other malware. Emotet thrives on unsophisticated password: a reminder of the importance of creating a secure password to guard against cyber threats. Yellow Pond

33. Cyber Safety Tips Yellow Pond

34. Cyber safety tips How can businesses and individuals guard against cyber threats? Here are our top cyber safety tips: Update your software and operating system: This means you benefit from the latest security patches. Use anti-virus software: Security solutions like Total Security will detect and removes threats. Keep your software updated for the best level of protection. Use strong passwords: Ensure passwords are not easily guessable. Do not open email attachments from unknown senders: These could be infected with malware. Do not click on links in emails from unknown senders or unfamiliar websites: This is a common way that malware is spread. Avoid using unsecured WiFi networks in public places: Unsecure networks leave you vulnerable to man-in-the-middle attacks. Yellow Pond

35. Cyber Safety for Kids Yellow Pond

36. Internet safety tips for kids Whether they’re learning virtually, watching YouTube, or playing games, kids are becoming digital citizens at young age. So, it’s never too early to acquaint them with some internet safety tips. Tip #1: Know the dangers of the internet Tip #2: Remember your identity is important Tip #3: Beware of strangers Tip #4: Watch out for phishing Tip #5: Choose strong passwords Yellow Pond

37. Tip #1: Know the dangers of the internet When it comes to cybersecurity, kids are often one of our family’s weakest links — and that can be for lack of knowing the dangers of the internet. Teach kids about suspicious activity online and encourage them to ask for help if something seems unusual. Yellow Pond

38. Tip #2: Remember your identity is important Sometimes kids make themselves vulnerable to identity theft by disclosing personal information online because they believe they have nothing to lose. A child’s identity can have as much value as an adult’s identity, if not more. Scammers can trick kids into disclosing their Aadhar number and other details that can be used to commit identity theft. Remind children not to reveal too much information about themselves. Their date of birth, address, and Aadhar are all examples of personal information, and they shouldn’t share them freely. Yellow Pond

39. Tip #3: Beware of strangers Offline, you’ve probably already introduced the idea to your kids that all strangers can be potentially dangerous. Remind them this also applies to their online activities and strangers are on the internet. While teens may be more prone to advances from online predators, kids can be targeted, as well. It’s important to teach them at a young age to be cautious online and tell an adult if someone they don’t know communicates with them or makes them uncomfortable. Yellow Pond

40. Tip #4: Watch out for phishing You may be sophisticated enough to know not to click on a URL that’s supposedly from your bank or a friend, but does everyone in your household know that? Teach your kids about phishing scams and warn them not to click on URLs in an email or social network message. Yellow Pond

41. Tip #5: Choose strong passwords Passwords are the primary defense against hackers. Many people reuse the same password for multiple accounts and use passwords that are easy to guess, because they’re also easy to remember. Teach your kids to create a hack-proof password by selecting a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols, and make sure it's at least 12 characters long. Never use common words, phrases, or personal information like a phone number or family members’ names. Yellow Pond

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43. Cyber Safety for Teens Yellow Pond

44. Internet safety tips for teens Some teens are often more tech savvy than their parents, but that doesn’t mean they have a strong sense of judgment or have access to all of the tools that can help protect them online. Help keep your tweens and teens cyber safe by introducing them to the internet safety tips. Yellow Pond

45. Tip #6: Use a password management system Bolster your password protection with a password management programme, which can remember unique passwords for all your accounts. Best of all, with a password manager, we only need to remember one password. Yellow Pond

46. Tip #7: Keep your social media accounts secure There’s a good chance someone in your house is on a social network. But social media can also attract cyber snoops and identity thieves. Keep a close eye on your social accounts. If someone messages you who hasn’t done so in a while, be suspicious. Your friend’s account may have been hacked. Parents should remind teens to also never meet in person with someone they met online and tell an adult if a stranger is messaging them. Yellow Pond

47. Tip #8: Be careful what you post It’s important for children, teens, and family members to know how much information is too much information. In their excitement to share milestones, teens may sometimes post their personal information online. For example, a driver’s license or a travel itinerary shared online could be valuable information for identity thieves or burglars. Also personal or inappropriate photos can attract online predators, or could affect future educational or employment opportunities. Yellow Pond

48. Tip #9: Shop online only from secure sites Whether teens are allowed to shop online is up to their parents. Whether teens will listen is another story. Teach yours how to shop safely online by acquainting them with some indicators of a secure website. One of the best indicators is whether a site is running on HTTPS, which means the site has a security certificate that safeguards visitors’ personal information by encrypting their data. You can verify if a site runs on HTTPS by double-checking the beginning of a URL in the address bar and also confirming if there’s a padlock next to it. Yellow Pond

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50. Tip #10: Keep privacy settings on Web browsers, mobile operations systems, and social media channels all have settings in place to protect your privacy, and it’s up to you to adjust them. Keeping them turned off means your information might be shared with marketers to help your browsing experience, but it also could be intercepted by hackers. Play it safe and keep your privacy settings on. Parents should adjust kids’ devices accordingly and teach teens how to keep the settings on themselves. Yellow Pond

51. Cyber Safety for Parents Yellow Pond

52. Internet safety tips for parents There are some computer safety tools and best practices that your kids simply don’t need to worry about. Parents, reference these housekeeping tips to ensure your home is cyber safe.

53. Tip #11: Understand privacy policies ... … and know that privacy policies may not be private. With more websites and applications collecting information and using it for advertising and marketing purposes, make sure your family knows the value of online privacy. Many apps have privacy policies that disclose that the apps collect and share their users’ information. Kids and many adults often accept these policies without reading them. Even if your settings are set to private, remember nothing is private. Even the so-called private browser is not private. Law enforcement, website administrators, and hackers could have access to your so-called private information.

54. Tip #12: Backup data regularly A type of malware, ransomware is popular among cybercriminals who can lock your computer so you can’t access your valuable files, like your private photos or tax information. One of the best ways to combat the threat of ransomware is to backup your data regularly. Backup your kids’ devices, too, and teach your teens to do the same.

55. Tip #13: Keep your internet connection secure Almost every member of the family might access your internet connection, and each person may have devices also vying for your Wi-Fi's attention. It should come as no surprise that hackers also want to use your home Wi-Fi network. Cybercriminals can hack home routers and gain access to various internet-connected devices like home security systems and smart doorbells. Make sure your home Wi-Fi system has a hard-to-crack password and consider cybersecurity software that identifies “intruders” on your network. Finally, a VPN is one of the best ways to ensure your internet connection is secure.

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57. Tip #14: Monitor online activities Monitoring your kids offline is enough stress. Thankfully, there’s some cybersecurity tools to help you monitor their online activities. Install a cybersecurity software with parental controls on your kids' devices to block certain features on games, track kids' location, backup their data, and manage their screen time.

58. Tip #15: Install a comprehensive cybersecurity suite To help every family member from clicking on the wrong links and visiting the wrong sites, install a comprehensive cyber safety solution that provides protection for all your family members and their devices. Your smartphone and tablet need as much protection as your computer and laptops. So do your thermostat, smart doorbell, home security system, and other internet-connected devices.

59. Tip #16: When in doubt, call support The best security software programmes offer 24x7 support. If you have any suspicion you’ve been hacked, call for help. If you think your device is under malware, spyware, or ransomware attack, call for help. A good security suite will have experts to help you resolve your problem.

60. Cyber Safety for Whole Family Yellow Pond

61. Internet safety tips for the whole family It takes a whole family to make a home more cyber safe. The internet safety tips apply to everyone under roof.

62. Tip #17: Be careful what you download T here are more than 1.8 billion websites worldwide, and it's no secret that some of them have malicious intent. A malicious website is a site that attempts to install malware on your device, meaning anything that will disrupt computer operation, gather your personal information, or allow unauthorized access to your machine. This usually requires some action on your part, but there are also drive-by downloads, whereby a website will attempt to install software on your computer without asking for permission first. Downloading and running security software can help defend against these threats, but it's also worth knowing how to diagnose if your computer has malware so you can remove malware.

63. Tip #18: Go private on public Wi-Fi There are a lot of risks of connecting to public Wi-Fi networks. In addition to keeping your kids and teens attuned to them, it’s important for parents to remind themselves that hackers and cybercriminals consider public Wi-Fi, such as in malls and coffee shops, an easy access point to getting hold of your data. For this reason, always use a VPN when connecting to public Wi-Fi. Don’t have a VPN? Consider if you can hold off on internet browsing until you are home.

64. Tip #19: Close unused accounts Unused accounts can be a rich source of personal information for cybercriminals. Sometimes kids create an account with their first and last name or their birthday in the username. Cybercriminals can patch these data points together and steal information from other sites that the individual uses. If you think you won’t be revisiting the site, it’s best to close the account.

65. Tip #20: Spend time online together A good way to keep your home more cyber safe? Hold all of the family members accountable for their internet safety practices and support one another when someone faces a precarious online situation. As parents, that means monitoring your kids’ behaviors but also showing an interest in the sites they’re visiting and games they’re playing so that you can educate them on whether they’re safe. Keep things transparent by keeping desktop computers in a common area and discouraging kids from playing with tablets just in their rooms. Bonus tip: Spend time online together by having an online family game night.

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