Security News > 2019 > January > What steps consumers need to take to protect themselves online

Yesterday was Data Privacy Day, so McAfee warned consumers that cybercriminals are continuing to access personal information through weak passwords, phishing emails, connected things, malicious apps and unsecure Wi-Fi networks. Weak Passwords Consumers often pick simple passwords for the multiple accounts they use daily, not realizing that choosing weak passwords can open the door to identity theft and identity. Tip: Use strong passwords that include uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers and symbols. Don’t use the … More → The post What steps consumers need to take to protect themselves online appeared first on Help Net Security.

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