Not sharing travel plans online, being wary of
public Wi-Fi networks and securing devices when not in use are
among the top cybersecurity tips to keep travelers
safe
TAMPA
BAY, Fla., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KnowBe4, the
provider of the world's largest security awareness training and
simulated phishing platform, today announced it has released a
list of summer travel tips in anticipation of the busy travel
season ahead.
With 2023 gearing up to be one of the busiest summer travel
times in the last few years, scammers will also be busy lurking for
unsuspecting victims on unsecure networks, in airports, hotels and
anywhere travelers go. Lower cyber risk exposure on vacation by
following KnowBe4's top seven summer cybersecurity travel tips:
- Secure devices when they are not in use.
- Beware of public Wi-Fi networks.
- Use a VPN when connecting to your organization's network.
- Use strong passwords.
- Do not share travel plans online.
- Use a safe for valuables and electronic devices, and make sure
to change the lock code.
- Have backup copies of travel documents in case devices are lost
or out of power.
"With travel coming back in full swing this summer,
cybercriminals will surely take advantage of the hectic summer
travel season with their scams and other malicious acts," said
Stu Sjouwerman, CEO, KnowBe4. "It is
easy to let your guard down on vacation, a time when you are meant
to be more carefree. However, it is critical to keep these
cybersecurity tips top of mind so your travel plans do not get
ruined by a hacked device or other unfortunate
circumstance."
For more information on KnowBe4, visit www.knowbe4.com.
About KnowBe4
KnowBe4, the provider of the world's largest security awareness
training and simulated phishing platform, is used by more than
60,000 organizations around the globe. Founded by IT and data
security specialist Stu Sjouwerman,
KnowBe4 helps organizations address the human element of security
by raising awareness about ransomware, CEO fraud and
other social engineering tactics through a new-school approach to
awareness training on security. Kevin
Mitnick, an internationally recognized cybersecurity
specialist and KnowBe4's Chief Hacking Officer, helped design the
KnowBe4 training based on his well-documented social engineering
tactics. Tens of thousands of organizations rely on KnowBe4 to
mobilize their end users as their last line of defense.
Media Contact
Amanda Tarantino
Public Relations Officer
KnowBe4
amandat@knowbe4.com
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