Cyber Security
Homeland Security suggests:
The majority of cybercriminals do not discriminate; they target vulnerable computer systems regardless of whether they are part of a government agency, Fortune 500 company, small business, or belong to a home user. However, there are steps you can take to minimize your chances of an incident:
Set strong passwords, change them regularly, and don’t share them with anyone.
Keep your operating system, browser, and other critical software optimized by installing updates.
Maintain an open dialogue with your friends, family, colleagues and community about Internet safety.
Use privacy settings and limit the amount of personal information you post online.
Be cautious about offers online – if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
Incident Response
The extent, nature, and timing of cyber incidents are impossible to predict. If you are a victim of a cyber incident, follow the steps below to respond and recover from the incident.
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Incident Reporting
After taking immediate action, notify the proper authorities:
- File a report with the local police so there is an official record of the incident.
- Report online crime or fraud to your local United States Secret Service (USSS) Electronic Crimes Task Force or Internet Crime Complaint Center.
- Report identity theft and consumer fraud to the Federal Trade Commission.
