(IT Security Tips) Wanted: Count Hackula (National Cyber Security Awareness Month)

Description: Whether by brute force or the charm of social engineering, Count Hackula is desperate to drain you of vital personal identifiable information (PIl). Protect yourself from this monster with good credential hygiene and other simple “everyday” security practices.

Targets: Users that are not cyber security aware, not updated/unpatched personal devices (computers, smartphones, tablets)

Monster’s Weaknesses: Password protected personal devices, multi-factor authentication, garlic bread

Bonus tip: Always use the “hover over” technique to check web links before clicking! To learn how, go to: www.montclair.edu/information-technology/security/security-tips/#hover-over