Welcome. ScrogginsGrear clients. to Cybersecurity Education Series. Password Management & Public Wi-Fi Security

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1 Welcome ScrogginsGrear clients to Cybersecurity Education Series Password Management & Public Wi-Fi Security Presenter: Ray Cool, CEO PBSI Technology Solutions Webinar will begin at 1:00

2 Welcome ScrogginsGrear clients to Cybersecurity Education Series Password Management & Public Wi-Fi Security Series Goals Educate listeners how to protect electronic valuables Improve knowledge about electronic security Provide practical information about what to change and how to do so Topic Summaries Securing Personal Data - Overview recording available Security Practices recording available File Encryption & Cloud Security recording available Password Management & Public Wi-Fi today s topic

3 Agenda Password Management & Public Wi-Fi Security Why does password security demand our attention? Password guidelines Understanding the dangers of public Wi-Fi Practical ideas to safely manage passwords - Password Manager

4 PBSI Technology Solutions IT Security Specialists Who is PBSI? Technology Services provider for hundreds of clients in the tri-state Experienced 75% of staff have 10+ years experience w/pbsi Proactive IT security for healthcare, business and professionals

5 Why do we need protection The Internet Today is a Dangerous Place Increasingly, PCs are being infected with malware that steals passwords and copies data New key logging and phishing attacks change constantly Bad guys are motivated and relentless The victim is typically NOT notified Key logging malware may be active on millions of PCs Addresses and Passwords Are For Sale 3.1 Billion s are available for sale on the Darkweb 1.2 Billion of them include exposed, cracked passwords LinkedIn, Yahoo, Gmail, DocuSign, Adobe, Dropbox, Tumblr, MySpace and others This month healthcare.gov Affordable Care Act (ACA) site for healthcare signup Secure Dark Web Exposed Password Check.

6 Password Guidelines How to make my passwords safe Change your passwords today would be a good idea Change passwords on a regular basis Don t use normal or easy passwords (ex: Be yourself; everyone else is taken! By;eeit!) Don t reuse WORK passwords on personal sites, and vice-versa Use a unique password wherever you store credit card or financial information Enable two-factor authentication for all web accounts where it is offered Yes, it s a hassle, but it works Find out if your passwords have been compromised PBSI can check organization domains, or individual addresses ask us Use a secure password manager Why? Manual password management is inevitably unsafe

7 3 Ideas for Protecting and Storing Passwords Demonstration 1. Use a password manager LastPass or Dashlane or similar these provide security password encryption and auto-sharing among devices Encryption - All passwords are encrypted at a very high level Auto-synchronization across all PCs, laptops, Macs, Androids, iphones, ipads Auto-fill passwords for login to stored websites LastPass Free auto synchronizes across all devices LastPass Premium $2/mo provides digital contingency provide secure access with trusted person(s) LastPass Families $6/mo provides 6 separate Premium accounts Separate accounts w/selected shares 2. Store passwords in an encrypted document - locally or in the cloud use a long password 3. Microsoft OneNote encrypted tab Office 365 version - synchronizes across all devices Handwritten passwords? In today s world, this is simply not practical for most of us

8 Principles for Safe use of Public Wi-Fi Well known hosts do NOT equate to secure hosts Public Wi-Fi is NOT secure On public Wi-Fi, NEVER visit sites requiring login and password Unless using a Password manager or VPN NOT Secure: Starbucks, Marriott, Delta, airlines, hotels, restaurants, guest Wi-Fi at your attorney, CPA, etc. Passwords hacks are common on public Wi-Fi using presumed trust of the host using free hacking tools Beware Fake Wi-Fi Google Starbucks ( Trump Wi-Fi scammed 1,000 RNC attendees) How to know when Wi-Fi is secure Wi-Fi is secure when you are using an encrypted app (bank), Password Manager or VPN Virtual Private Network VPN establishes a point-to-point encrypted private channel between you and one other party PC Mag Best VPNs 2018 How to be safe on Public Wi-Fi Safe: Cellular is safe always automatically encrypted Safe: Google searches are fine on public Wi-Fi but STOP if prompted for a pw (Uber, Yelp, restaurant orders ) Safe: Use a Password Manager, VPN or a safe app (Bank app) to login

9 Summary of Today s Webinar Password Management & Public Wi-Fi Password Management Principles Change your passwords today would be a good idea Don t reuse WORK passwords on personal sites, and vice-versa Use a secure password manager or an encrypted alternative Enable two-factor authentication for all web accounts that offer it Find out if your passwords have been compromised PBSI can help you at no cost Use Public Wi-Fi Securely Public Wi-Fi is NOT secure Safe: Cellular is safe always automatically encrypted Safe: Use a Password Manager, VPN or a safe app (Bank app) to login

10 Summary - Essentials of Securing Personal Information Secure your Desktops, Laptops & Phones Antivirus & Malware protection auto updated without manual intervention, daily vulnerability scanning Desktop Patch Management - Security issues frequently related to un-updated software patches No unapproved downloads on PCs Malware comes from somewhere.. Downloads are a BIG culprit Backup (preferably encrypted) on an automated schedule inexpensive protection Security Train all staff Evaluate s carefully Ensure that all staff learn the caution steps Consider Office 365 w/ Advanced Threat Protection ($2/mo) Encrypt sensitive information Encrypt all s containing protected information PHI or PII Encrypt protected information at rest one malware and ransomware infestation can create BIG risks Manage passwords carefully Do NOT re-use passwords on sensitive sites Consider a password manager life can be simpler, and risks can be avoided Know if your PCs are safe Online security monitoring inexpensive and very worthwhile Be an active leaner - Encourage every staff member and family member to learn secure behavior Training is inexpensive. Mistakes are not.

11 Webinar Summary Thank you for your attendance and thank you to our friends at ScrogginsGrear How can PBSI help you? - All new client pricing will be discounted for ScrogginsGrear clients ScrogginsGrear Discount - 25% for individuals - 10% for organizations Discounted SG Cost Contact PBSI for free quotes Online Security Monitoring - Antivirus, Patch Management, Vulnerability Scans $3 - $6 /mo for SG clients Risk Intelligence Scanning $2 - $3 /mo for SG clients Online Backup with Ransomware protection Concierge Security Services Your own security advisor for a low fixed fee per year Webinar Follow-up Call or questions, or free quotation (513) itservices@pbsinet.com Speaker contact Ray Cool, CEO (513) rayc@pbsinet.com Webinar Content Summary Securing Personal Information Security Practices File Encryption & Cloud Security Password Management & Public Wi-Fi recording available on request recording available on request recording available on request today s topic