In line with its cyber security series, the MPA Singapore published a new infographic focusing on the importance of securing social media and using them safely.
Accordingly, although social media are a way of connecting to relatives and friends, for those who spends months onboard, they can be equally tricky and dangerous.
The IG notes that malicious parties can access social media accounts or profiles to retrieve personal and sensitive data through a variety of ways, such as hacking accounts, posing as a friend or through scams and viruses.
[smlsubform prepend=”GET THE SAFETY4SEA IN YOUR INBOX!” showname=false emailtxt=”” emailholder=”Enter your email address” showsubmit=true submittxt=”Submit” jsthanks=false thankyou=”Thank you for subscribing to our mailing list”]
How to use social media safely
- use strong password
It is advised to use strong and complex passwords, with at least 12 characters, with uppercase and lowercase letters, a number and symbols.
- do not reuse your passwords
- do not use personal information in your passwords
- enable a two-factor authentication when available
Manage social media requests
- be wary of strangers
- consider setting your account to private
- speak to your friend in person if they are acting out of character, asking for money or personal/sensitive data
- exercise caution when clicking on links
In addition, it is important to be aware of the dangers hiding behind “free offers”. Be sure to know when a free offer that asks for your credit card is a scam or not.
Concluding, in line with its cyber series, MPA Singapore issued on January an IG in regards to the risks arising from ransomware attacks, providing five tips to ensure your cyber resilience.
