Common Threats
Online Safety
Unsafe Practices
100

Encrypting a user's files and holds them hostage to a negotiated settlement.

What is Ransomware?

100

Enhanced security by encrypting data exchanged between your browser and a website.

What is Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS)?

100

It is so simple and predictable that a hacker could easily figure it out in just a few seconds.

What is Weak Password?

200

It is open and very insecure, using it makes it easy for hackers to access your personal information.

What is Public WI-FI Network?

200

A secure feature that enhances the protection of digital accounts and systems by requiring two forms of verification.

What is Two-factor Authentication (2FA)?

200

Not taking time to do this before browsing a website can lead to malware and phishing.

What is Inadequate Website Evaluation?

300

Deceptive email or website that trick someone into giving their personal information by pretending to be an entity they trust.

What is Phishing?

300

An erratic combination of symbols that has the ability to resist brute-force attacks 

What is Strong Password?

300

Indiscriminate dissemination of personal information on digital platforms without any caution.

What is Sharing too much Personal Information?

400

Unlawfully obtaining and using another person's personal information to commit fraud, steal or impersonate the person.

What is Identity Theft?

400

Digital invisibility protection that encrypts online activity, letting you browse freely without being tracked by prying eyes.

What is Virtual Private Network (VPN)? 

400

One key used to gain access to multiple accounts and services.

What is Password Reuse ?

500

Covert, self-replicating code that infiltrates digital environments, compromising integrity, confidentiality and functionality.

What is Malware?

500

The use of a secret code that converts regular text into a scrambled version to prevent unauthorized access.

What is Encryption?

500

An innocent action done in public places that unintentionally reveals private information to potential threats.

What is using Unsecured WI-FI Network?

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