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S21sec, the largest cybersecurity services company in the Iberian Peninsula, shares some practical advice so that during the summer holidays you are less at risk of suffering a cyberattack.
Some advice for a safer summer vacation
Summer holidays are synonymous with rest, disconnecting, getting out of the routine and relaxing, but while enjoying the heat, sun and nature, don’t relax your security in the online world. Cybercrime doesn’t take a vacation and is always on the lookout.
Even on vacation, today we are no longer able to completely disconnect from the digital world, whether from social networks, whether from navigation to look for faster routes to the beach, or even from QR Codes to read restaurant menus. To avoid unwanted surprises, protect yourself and enjoy your summer vacation with maximum safety, not forgetting several important tips.
When in public places, avoid using your technological equipment, such as a cell phone, tablet and computer, and connecting to public WiFi networks, such as those in restaurants, cafes and hotels, which generally have lower security levels. In any case, access your homebanking through one of these networks.
Protect your identity and accounts and avoid overexposure on social media. Pay attention to safeguarding your credentials to access your email accounts, social networks, etc. and do not open messages or emails from unknown sources. To identify suspicious messages, be aware of possible spelling errors, the use of links in messages and the presence of strange files as an attachment. Read carefully and, if in doubt, do not go ahead and delete the message or email.
According to the S21secthe latest data shows that there has been a 350% increase in the creation of malicious domains posing as brands and organizations.
Always protect your devices with passwords or pins, to ensure that, in case of loss or theft, your personal and confidential information present on these devices, for example on your mobile phone, is not easily accessible by third parties. Factors such as credential theft, phishing or misuse of technology contributed to the fact that relevant information was obtained by malicious agents and used for illicit purposes.
Avoid booking trips or making any other online purchases on unreliable websites, always favoring the most recognized providers in the market, and pay special attention to payment methods. Finally, before leaving, update all your equipment and make sure you have antivirus installed on all of them.
Adopting these best cybersecurity practices can help mitigate the risk of being targeted by cyberattacks that spoil your well-deserved vacation. Unplug with maximum security and enjoy your vacation to the fullest!
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