ESET: If you belong to the category of travelers who can not go anywhere without their smartphone, tablet or PC, then you should also know that cyber-security is important even on holidays. Especially if you are banking and online purchases through public connections, you need to know the dangers that lie ahead.
To stay protected in cyberspace and during the holidays, ESET has prepared a series of practical tips to keep safe όλα τα δεδομένα και τις Appliances your:
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1. Before leaving, check if the operating system, software, and security solution are up to date and in the latest version.
2. Enable "password protection" and "inactivity timeout" functionality on all your devices, reducing the timeout to the minimum. It is preferable to keep logging in, rather than losing your personal data.
3. Do not forget to back up your data before leaving home. If you need to have your data with you while on holiday, be sure to store it in an encrypted external storage medium.
4. Use only trusted Internet services. Beware of the links in their phrases such as "free WiFi", or something similar. Most hospitality spaces are now available Wi-Fi, ask for the password and be sure to connect to the correct network. If the hotel's Internet asks you to update the software to sign in, immediately log out and inform the reception or the owner.
5. Only use Wi-Fi connections encrypted with WPA2. Anything with lower specifications simply is not safe enough and can be easily tampered with
6. If you need to use Wi-Fi to connect to your company's network, always use a virtual private network. If you need to make an online banking transaction or purchase public Wi-Fi, use your own data plan and your own hotspot.
7. Install an anti-theft solution and never leave your devices unattended in public places. If the device is lost or stolen, use the anti-theft solution to locate it or remotely wipe its contents if necessary.
Even if you don't have an antivirus solution installed and you suspect that the laptop your infected, the ESET Online scanner available for free, does not require installation and can be used to detect and remove malware.
