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 cyber-protected and on vacation, ESET has prepared a number of practical tips to keep all your data and devices safe:
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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. Don't forget to make copies security of data before you leave home. If it is necessary to have your data with you while on vacation, be sure to store it on an encrypted external storage medium.
4. Use only trusted Internet services. Beware of links that have phrases like “free WiFi' or similar. Most hosting sites now have 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 your device is lost or stolen, use the anti-theft solution to find it or delete its contents remotely if needed.
Even if you do not have an antivirus solution installed and you suspect your laptop is infected, the ESET Online scanner available for free, does not require installation and can be used to detect and remove malware.
