Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2022

Championing a Strong Security Culture, Together

Cybercrime has been on a steady rise for decades. While it might seem like this is something that only cyber security administrators and IT experts need to concern themselves with, we each have a role to play when it comes to our collective safety online, both in the office and at home. The way we best stay protected is by banding together and adopting cyber safety as part of our lifestyle. We each have a lot to lose. It’s up to us to make the right move.

Key Security Behaviors to Protect Yourself & Your Organization from Ransomware

Fight the Phish

Phishing is a form of social engineering that uses email, social media posts, or a direct messaging service to lure you into clicking malicious links, giving away personal information, or downloading an infected attachment. Because we are more digitally connected than ever before, phishing has become one of the primary attack methods used by cyber criminals. Fortunately, there are subtle clues that can help you spot and avoid these attempts. Learn how you can make the right move by employing the practical tips below, in the workplace and at home.

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Mind Your Passwords

Two out of every five people have had their identities stolen, passwords compromised, or sensitive information breached because of duplicate or weak passwords. Creating strong and secure credentials is key to helping reduce risk to your organization while also protecting yourself at home. With the rules changing all the time, our practical tips will help you stay on top of the easiest and most effective ways to keep your passwords safe.

Secure Devices

Whether at work, rest, or play, all of us are more likely than ever to be connected to one or more digital devices. Furthermore, with more people now working from home, it is essential to keep your internet-connected devices safe and secure. Remembering to employ a few smart habits like locking devices and updating software can go a long way so we can continue to enjoy the benefits of our digital age. Discover more tips in the resources below.

SANS Security Awareness Jingle: #MakeTheRightMove

Add an extra layer of awareness with these security tips and reveal the Cyber Rock Star you are.

Dial Up Your Security to 11

Take your security awareness program to the next level and apply a wider variety of lessons with the Make the Right Move Box Set! This kit includes two additional Greatest Hits Jingles and Liner Notes with practical tips on phishing protection, password security, and safeguarding your devices.

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Featured Livestream

Join SANS Certified Instructor, Ryan Chapman, for a live and lively discussion on what he considers to be best practices for ransomware prevention from a security perspective including tips for password hygiene, phishing avoidance, and device protection.

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Follow the Fun - #TurnUpYourAwareness on Social

Join the conversation across the SANS social media accounts as we share helpful tips all month long to reinforce security best practices in the office or at home. Tag us using @SANSInstitute and #turnupyourawareness while sharing your own stories and cyber tips — from the small wins to your biggest challenges. This is your time to share some key learnings from your experience and how you’ve made a difference in driving cyber-resilient outcomes.

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Dive Deeper Into Ransomware Awareness With Snack Attack!

Are you managing Security Awareness programs for a large group or corporate organization? Snack Attack is an interactive ransomware awareness game that is ideal for Cybersecurity Awareness Month deployments and even beyond the month of October. Multilingual, LMS-ready with built-in reporting capabilities, Snack Attack might just be the missing piece in your awareness planning toolkit.

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