Have you spent time as your grandparents' or parents' personal tech support lately?
If you needed a little extra help breaking down some of the more complicated cyber security steps, we’ve got you covered. Here’s how to keep it simple: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/…#GetCyberSafe
ALT An older adult and their child looking at a phone together. Image text: How to talk to the older adults in your life about cyber safety.
Small business owners have a lot on their mind with customers, staff, revenue and much more.
One of the easiest ways to help your organization #GetCyberSafe is to enable automatic software updates. Here’s how: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/…
ALT Images of small business workers using laptops. Image text: Why software updates are essential for your small business
When it comes to social media safety, it doesn't matter what your age is – anyone can #GetCyberSafe in just a few simple steps!
You can get started by using strong passwords and enabling multi-factor authentication. Here's how: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/…
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Maybe your dad loves to go fishing – or maybe he's more of a sushi lunch kind of guy.
Either way, it's important that he knows how to spot the signs of phishing this #FathersDay. Here are some tips to help him #GetCyberSafe: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/phishi…
ALT A father and child fishing at a dock. Image text: Talk to dad about recognizing the signs of phishing this Father's Day!
You may have found that AI has been helpful when automating a task or doing research.
Unfortunately, cyber criminals have also discovered its usefulness – when it comes to creating cyber scams. Here's how they've been exploiting it: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/…
ALT Different AI scams are shown in bubbles surrounding a cyber criminal using a laptop. Image text: How cyber criminals are using AI for online threats
Own a small business? Knowing how to #GetCyberSafe can help protect you, your customers, and your suppliers.
As nearly 2/3 of Canadian businesses have experienced a cyber incident, knowing how to take action is more important than ever. Here's how: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/campai…
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Your dad may be familiar with the tools in his garage, but does he know what's in a fraudster's toolbox?
Share this resource this upcoming #FathersDay to help him get familiar with a cyber criminal's tools and tactics, like spoofing: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resour…#GetCyberSafe
ALT A toolbox full of cyber threats and an image of a father and child taking a selfie. Image text: This Father's Day, talk to dad about what's in a fraudster's toolbox
Scammers are using artificial intelligence (AI) to make highly realistic fake content. This includes pictures, videos, and even phishing messages.
Knowing how to spot the signs of AI-generated material can help you #GetCyberSafe. Learn more about AI: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/next-g…
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Learning how to #GetCyberSafe can seem complicated when you're getting started, but a few small steps can make a big impact.
This June, help the older adults in your life by sharing cyber safe tips with them, like how to spot phishing: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/…
ALT Two older adults looking at a computer screen together. Image text: How older adults can protect themselves from common cyber threats
If your small business uses a Point-of-Sale (POS) machine, it's important to know that securing it is just as important as locking up your cash register.
You can #GetCyberSafe by using a firewall and anti-virus protection – learn more: youtube.com/watch?v=6em2Cjfb…
Thanks for spring cleaning with us this month!
If you want to make sure all your devices have been given a proper SCRUB, or if you wanted to help someone else in your life tidy up their gadgets, here's a quick recap to #GetCyberSafe: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/…
ALT A phone in a bathtub. Image text: SCRUB your devices!
Workplace devices can make your job a lot easier. But when not properly protected, they can also expose you to a lot of serious threats.
Here's what you and your employees should know to #GetCyberSafe and keep your business secure: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resour…
ALT A laptop and a desktop computer. Image text: How to make your work devices work for you
To bring the marketing mix into the internet age, we're adding one more P: protection.
Adding protection means keeping your business, customers, and suppliers safe from threats. Learn how to #GetCyberSafe: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/campai…
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This spring, block out the clutter in your life by blocking cyber threats!
Delete and block "friends" you don't know on social media and install anti-virus software to #GetCyberSafe. See how: youtube.com/watch?v=bGdhhwRV… 👇
Phishing is one of the most common scams affecting Canadians at home and at work.
If you own a small business, it's important that both you and your employees know how to identify and stay protected from these threats. Here's how to #GetCyberSafe: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resour…
ALT A pair of scissors cutting a fishing hook that is looped through a credit card. Image text: How to prevent phishing at your small business
If you own a small business, a social media account is a great way to connect with your customers.
But if not properly secured, it can also make your organization vulnerable to online attacks and data loss. Here's how you can #GetCyberSafe: youtube.com/watch?v=ThRIeywM…
Spring is a great time to update things that need a refresh – and that includes your devices and accounts.
Give your gadgets a SCRUB by enabling automatic updates, backing up your devices, or getting new passphrases! Here's how youtube.com/watch?v=7X3lrnZl… 👇 #GetCyberSafe
Remote or hybrid work have become more common for many businesses across Canada. Having a cyber security plan in place for you and your employees can help your team #GetCyberSafe no matter where they work.
Here's what to know: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/…
ALT A person wearing headphones looking at a laptop. Image text: How to stay cyber safe when you work remotely
Promoting your business is an important part of making it successful, but it doesn't end there.
In addition to product, place, and price, there's also a fifth P that can take your organization to the next level – protection. See how to #GetCyberSafe: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resour…
ALT A person in an apron holding a tablet. Image text: Make protection part of your business plan
Want to SCRUB your devices but aren't sure what steps you need to take to #GetCyberSafe?
Make time to review resources on our website, and take the assessment quiz to see where there may be gaps in your knowledge! youtube.com/watch?v=wmN9Znx5… 👇