This summer we're getting cyber safe

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Securing all your accounts and devices can seem like a lot of work. But if you take it one step at a time, it can take just a few minutes a day - and that can save you a lot of time dealing with cyber threats in the long run.

This summer, we're breaking down cyber security best practices into small, daily steps. Here's an overview of what each week will bring.

Week 1: Strong passwords

#GCSPasswords

Only 14% of Canadians use a passphrase PassphraseCombination of random words you select to secure an account or device. of 4+ words and 15+ characters ^Notei

Passphrases are a lot stronger than passwords and they're easier to remember, too. This week, you'll learn how to create passphrases that will slow down cyber criminals and you'll get tips on storing them safely.

Week 2: Multi-factor authentication (MFA)

#GCSMultiFactor

53% of Canadians use MFA ^Notei

Having a strong passphrase is a great first step but adding an extra layer of authentication AuthenticationA process or measure used to verify a user’s identity. is important to keep your accounts and devices secure. This week, you’ll find out how you can make MFA work for you.

Week 3: System updates

#GCSUpdated

46% of Canadians have set their operating systems to update UpdateUpdates to software and devices add new features, fix bugs, and often contain new security features to protect against attacks. automatically ^Notei

Keeping your devices up to date is an easy way to make sure they’re protecting your information. This week, you’ll enable automatic updates wherever possible, and clear out apps and software SoftwareA computer program that provides instructions which enable the computer hardware to work. System software, such as Windows, Linux or MacOS, operate the machine itself, and applications software, such as spreadsheet or word processing programs, provide specific functionality. you don’t use anymore.

Week 4: Securing your Wi-Fi

#GCSWiFi

68% of Canadians secure their home Wi-Fi Wi-FiWi-Fi refers to a set of wireless communication protocols that can transmit traffic to Wi-Fi enabled devices within a local area. A Wi-Fi enabled device such as a laptop or tablet can connect to the internet when within range of a wireless network connected to the internet. An area covered by one or more Wi-Fi access points is commonly called a hotspot. with a unique password PasswordCombination of letters and numbers you select to secure an account or device. they created ^Notei

Your Wi-Fi network NetworkSeveral computers that are connected to one another. is the gateway to all your connected devices, plus the accounts and data stored on them. This week, we’ll make sure you know how to make your home Wi-Fi as secure as possible.

Securing your accounts and devices can be simple. Just take the Get Cyber Safe Challenge!

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Get Cyber Safe Awareness Tracking Survey, 2020, EKOS

Alternative format: Get Cyber Safe Challenge (PDF 1.2 MB)

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