Staying Safe When Traveling
Posted by: Timothy Weaver on 11/28/2015 11:23 AM
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Cybersecurity experts say turn on two-factor authentication if you plan on traveling this holiday season. It's a good practice whether you are traveling or not.
Passwords: Update before and after travel:
The Electronic Frontier Foundation has these tips for strong passwords.
Data: Backup before you head out:
"This way, you won't lose everything if any of your devices are stolen or infected with malware," said Cameron Camp, Security Researcher at ESET which provides antivirus software.
Devices: Turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth:
Many people switch on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when then travel to save on data and get a stronger signal. The experts say not to.
Internet access: Tether your phone or hotspot:
Eliminate the chance of connecting to a compromised or malicious network by tethering your laptop or other devices to your phone or personal hotspot.
Get tech smart: Use a Virtual Private Network:
You can also download VPN software before your trip, or use a Wi-Fi service aggregator like Boingo, which will secure any Wi-Fi connection.
Physical security: devices
Keep smartphones in front pockets, be careful of bumping into strangers and be aware of your situation.
Social Media: No over-sharing
Criminals monitor social profiles to find out when people are going away for the weekend, on holiday or even out for the evening.
Banking: Apps vs. online
Avoid online banking while traveling. If you're in a super-crowded area with lots of Wi-Fi hotspots, that's not the time to go do your banking
Source: CNBC
Passwords: Update before and after travel:
The Electronic Frontier Foundation has these tips for strong passwords.
Data: Backup before you head out:
"This way, you won't lose everything if any of your devices are stolen or infected with malware," said Cameron Camp, Security Researcher at ESET which provides antivirus software.
Devices: Turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth:
Many people switch on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when then travel to save on data and get a stronger signal. The experts say not to.
Internet access: Tether your phone or hotspot:
Eliminate the chance of connecting to a compromised or malicious network by tethering your laptop or other devices to your phone or personal hotspot.
Get tech smart: Use a Virtual Private Network:
You can also download VPN software before your trip, or use a Wi-Fi service aggregator like Boingo, which will secure any Wi-Fi connection.
Physical security: devices
Keep smartphones in front pockets, be careful of bumping into strangers and be aware of your situation.
Social Media: No over-sharing
Criminals monitor social profiles to find out when people are going away for the weekend, on holiday or even out for the evening.
Banking: Apps vs. online
Avoid online banking while traveling. If you're in a super-crowded area with lots of Wi-Fi hotspots, that's not the time to go do your banking
Source: CNBC
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