Be cyber smart online
People live in a world of electronic connectivity that requires individuals and businesses to approach cybersecurity with careful consideration in establishing, securing and protecting, their online accounts and information. Throughout October, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), will share resources for how individuals and businesses can protect their identity, and data systems, while using the internet.
“Each and every one of us, has a responsibility to help ensure that our online information is kept safe and secure,” said Lara Sutherlin, the DATCP’s Division of Trade and Consumer Protection administrator.
With October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Wisconsin, the following weekly themes help keep consumers cyber safe:
• Be Cyber Smart (Week 1, Oct. 4) – The week provides information to empower all users to increase their cybersecurity, by taking simple steps to reduce risks.
• Fight the Phish! (Week 2, Oct. 11) – Learn how to spot and report phishing attempts, to prevent ransomware and other malware attacks, that damage individual and business security.
• Explore. Experience. Share. (Week 3, Oct. 18) – Provides information about the demand, opportunities and multiple career options available within the area of cybersecurity.
• Cybersecurity First (Week 4, Oct. 25) – Explores how cybersecurity and staying safe online are increasingly important to the future of personal, and business success, as people continue to operate virtually, in work and personal lives.
