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Securing Your Digital World
Securing Your Digital World
Securing Your Digital World
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Welcome to my presentation on cyber security. In today's digital age, it's more
important than ever to protect your information online. Let's explore the latest
facts in cyber security.
by LATA BUTIYA
Why Cyber Security Matters
1 Online Safety
Business Protection identity, and privacy remain safe from threats such as
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viruses, malware, and phishing attacks.
Cyber security is critical for companies to prevent data
breaches that could result in the loss of sensitive
information, damage to reputation, and financial loss. 3 Global Impact
In 2019, Capital One suffered a data breach that exposed the In 2017, Equifax suffered a data breach that exposed the personal In 2013-2014, Yahoo suffered a data breach that affected all three
personal information of over 100 million customers. information of 143 million customers, including Social Security billion user accounts, compromising customer names, email
numbers and birthdates. addresses, and passwords.
Common Cyber Security Threats
Phishing Ransomware
Phishing is a technique used by cybercriminals to obtain Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim's data
sensitive information by impersonating a trustworthy source via and demands a ransom payment in exchange for the decryption
email, phone, or social media. key.
A botnet is a network of infected devices (such as computers or Password attacks involve guessing or cracking an individual's
IoT devices) controlled by a hacker to carry out cyber attacks, login credentials to gain access to their accounts or data.
such as Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks.
Ways to Enhance Cyber Security
Create strong passwords with a mix of upper Use reputable antivirus software and keep it up Enable multi-factor authentication for your Regularly back up your important files and data
and lower case letters, numbers, and symbols. to date. Run regular scans on your devices to online accounts. This adds an extra layer of to an external hard drive or a secure cloud
Use a unique password for each account and detect and remove any malicious software. security by requiring a code or biometric storage service.
consider using a password manager. information in addition to your password.
The Role of the Government in Cyber Security
Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
The government has created laws and regulations to help protect the
public and private sectors from cyber threats. Examples include the
Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) and the
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
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The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) created a The government collaborates with international organizations such as
framework to help federal agencies and private companies protect their NATO and INTERPOL to share information and fight against
information systems from cyber threats. cybercrime.
Cyber Security Best Practices
1 Stay Informed 2 Use Caution Online