You have funny GIFs to find, emails to ignore, pants to buy. But perils lurk in the dark corners of the web. Even when you try to maintain good habits, you can encounter packs of cybercriminals and malicious software.
What is there to do? Don't despair! We’re here to help! Use the following as a survival guide for when you think you downloaded a virus, when you suspect an online account has been hacked, you’ve lost control of a social media account, your sensitive data was lost in a data breach, or a cybercriminal is threatening you with ransomware.
Remember, with all these situations, the most common way hackers get access to your private digital life is through phishing – no, not the kind at a lake. Keeping calm and collected when a suspicious message slithers into your inbox helps stop a hacking attempt before the hook is set. We’ll give you tips to avoid the bait!
As with most things, preventing a cyberattack is easier than dealing with the fallout in many cases. By practicing some good cyber hygiene behaviors, you can stay on the trail headed to amazing internet experiences!
Congratulations! You now know how to survive all kinds of cyber attacks. Download and share your digital merit badges below or award them to employees as they read the guides!
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In case of a ransomware attack, wave your arms in the air to make yourself look bigger. If that doesn’t work, turn to the #CyberSurvivalGuide for tips on what to do next.
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The National Cybersecurity Alliance is a non-profit organization on a mission to create a more secure, interconnected world. We advocate for the safe use of all technology and educate everyone on how best to protect ourselves, our families, and our organizations from cybercrime.
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