BLUF
In the US more than $6.9 billion was lost to internet crime in 2021. Our home Wi-Fi network is a vulnerability that can be reduced by taking some simple actions.Summary
David Anders writing in CNET covers ways to improve security; some of these are as follows:
- Create a strong Wi-Fi password and change it often.
- Change the default router login credentials.
- Turn on the firewall and Wi-Fi encryption.
- Create a guest network.
- Use a VPN.
- Keep your router and devices up to date.
References
Recent Runway Posts related to this topic:
- Why quickly patching your iPhones and Macs is more important than ever - The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
- Password-stealing and keylogging malware is being spread through fake downloads - The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
- Top 10 secure computing tips - The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
References from the Web:
- JUN 2022 Home Network Security in 2022 | 5 WiFi Router Settings to Change-All Things Secured
- AUG 2022 The rising costs of Data Breaches in Australia- oper8global
