Cyber Security Awareness
National Security Awareness Week 30 May to 3 June 2011
The Internet is an incredibly useful tool for many businesses, and ours is no exception. In this information age the technologies that we depend on every day present us with both great opportunity and great risk. That is why every day we continue to monitor and upgrade our security systems. We strive to always be up to date with the latest online scams and ensure that you, our members are informed of any dangerous developments.
While it is our job to ensure our systems and processes are guarded against cyber criminals, it is everybody’s responsibility to be smart while using the Internet. That is why we enthusiastically support the Australian Government’s National Security Awareness Week initiative. The week aims to help Australians understand cyber security risks and educate home and business users on the simple steps they can take to protect their personal and financial information.
National Cyber Security Awareness Week 2011 runs from 30 May to 3 June. Whether or not you're able to get involved in National Cyber Security Awareness Week, we encourage you to remember these eight simple tips for better online security:
- Install and renew your security software and set it to scan regularly.
- Turn on automatic updates on all your software, including your operating system and other applications.
- Think carefully before you click on links and attachments, particularly in emails and on social networking sites.
- Regularly adjust your privacy settings on social networking sites.
- Report or talk to someone about anything online that makes you uncomfortable or threatened – download the government's Cybersafety Help Button.
- Stop and think before you post any photos or financial or personal information about yourself, your friends or family.
- Use strong passwords and change them at least twice a year.
- Talk within your family about good online safety.
For more information on National Cyber Security Awareness Week visit the website at: www.staysmartonline.gov.au/awareness_week
