With the increasing use of the Internet, the fact that it is insecure is also evident. The increasing incidence of hacking also confirms this fact. As soon as you connect to the Internet, the protection of both your data and your privacy is at stake.
You are safe as long as you are using a device offline. As soon as you step into the world of the Internet, thousands of "anonymous users" in the world are waiting for you and millions of other users like you.
We have previously written an article on hacking, in which we explained the different types of hackers and how they work. Now that you know the different types of hackers and how they work, the next step is to protect yourself from them.
One of the reasons behind the increasing incidence of hacking is the "intelligence" of hackers as well as the ignorance of common users about ways to avoid hacking. Most of us do not know what to do to use the Internet safely. What are the guidelines? How to ensure the protection of your data? What to do to avoid attacks like phishing? What sources are reliable for downloading?
In today's article we will talk about 10 methods that can be used to avoid hacking attacks.
10 Best Ways to Avoid Hacking Attacks
Now let's talk about ways you can protect yourself from hacking attacks:
1. Use Different And Relatively Complex Passwords
If we keep a strong password that includes upper and lower case letters, numbers and other special characters, then detecting such passwords is not an easy task. Many people also don't change their passwords for years, making their accounts less secure.
After cracking the password, the hacker is one step closer to accessing your data. Never write your password down on a piece of paper or share it with anyone.
Read More: Five Potential Risks Of Sharing Your Password
2. Do Not Open Links In Emails From Unverified Addresses
Avoid opening links sent in emails from unverified sources as much as possible. You may have been subjected to a phishing attack with the help of these links. The aim of this attack is to get your password, credit card number, bank account details and other information.
It is also possible that clicking on these links may download software to your device that contains a virus, which can destroy your data.
3. Use Secure Websites
While surfing the internet and shopping online, prefer websites that have an SSL certificate installed. To check if a website has SSL installed, look at the website's URL and see if it starts with https://, then it has an SSL certificate installed.
Another easy way is to look at the start in the URL bar, if there is a lock symbol, it means that the website has an SSL certificate and the site is also secure.
Do not save your payments information on any online shopping site. Because if hackers gain access to this website in the future, they will also steal your payments information.
4. Use Two-Factor Authentication
Two-Factor Authentication, also known as 2AF, secures the login process. Once you've set up 2AF on any of your accounts, you'll still need to enter a username and password to log in, but due to added security, you'll also need to enter a code, which is usually sent to your phone.
This means that someone who wants to know your login details will still need your phone to access your account after finding out the details, which is almost impossible, unless you have someone you know try, and have access to your phone.
5. Be Cautious While Using Pubic WiFi
Be careful using public Wi-Fi connections. They are unencrypted and unsecured. This increases your risk of hacking attacks, and hackers try to steal the data that is being transferred between you and the website you visit.
This increases the risk of your personal information such as passwords and banking information being stolen. Using a VPN reduces this risk.
6. Disable Autofill Option
When you're filling out a form on a website, various browsers allow you to save that information if you've filled out a form before, so you can autofill a form again later. You don't need to manually enter the data while filling.
While this is a convenience and helps save you time, it is equally useful for hackers. All autofill information is stored in the browser itself, such as in your browser profile folder. This is the first place a hacker will go to find your name, address, phone number, and any other information needed to steal your identity or access your accounts.۔
7. Choose The Apps To Use On Your Phone Carefully
When downloading apps to your phone, make sure you are downloading from trusted sources. Because by downloading from sources that are unreliable, you cannot know what else you are installing in your phone along with that app.
Try to download only from Apple Store or Google Play. Because these are the most trusted sources from which apps can be downloaded.
8. Trace Or Erase The Data In Case Of Loss Of Mobile Or Other Device
If your mobile device is stolen or lost, make sure your data is protected. You can also install software to erase all data on your phone if you lose it.
If your device is stolen, you can set your device to lock itself after a certain number of unsuccessful attempts to log in to your device.
9. Disable And Manage Third-Party Permissions
On mobile phones, third-party applications that users download to their devices have certain permissions turned on without notifying the device owner. Therefore, location services, automatic uploads, data backups, and even public display of personal phone numbers are all permissions that are set to green after installation.
Managing these settings and setting permissions, especially those connected to the cloud, is essential to keeping your data safe from hackers.
10. Install Trusted Cybersecurity Services Across All Your Devices
Cybersecurity services stop viruses before they reach your device, and prevent hackers from gaining access to your devices. Cyber security services will also ensure that no matter what devices you and your family are using, you will be able to use the internet safely.
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