Corona Tips: If you are also working from home, then follow these cyber security tips

There is a lockdown in India to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection. The only and only way to fight this dangerous virus is by social distancing because so far no vaccine has been prepared for this disease. For this reason, the lockdown was announced and everyone has been requested to stay home. During this time, most of the people are working from their home, that is, from Work From Home. However, many threats related to cybersecurity also increase while working from home.

Because of this, the Ministry of Home Affairs handles cybersecurity and cybersecurity awareness for people doing household work - Cyber ​​Mitra has issued security tips for people so that you are not a victim of cybercrime. The cyber friend's Twitter handle is named @CyberDost. It was launched in 2018. Cyber ​​friends suggest people be safe in cyberspace.

These are security tips for Work From Home

1. Change all the default passwords. After this set the strong password for all devices and online accounts.
2. Never share meeting links publicly or through social media platforms.
3. Only use trusted apps for video conferencing or group work. Or use the app approved by your company.
4. Only use trusted apps for video conferencing or group work. Or use the app approved by your company.
5. Always keep the operating system, antivirus and application updated.
6. Avoid free or open WiFi. Keep in mind, change both the admin password and the default password of your Home WiFi.
7. Beware of fishing emails. These look like your important e-mail. Do double check before clicking on any link. Only use trusted apps for video conferencing or group work. Or use the app approved by your company.
8. Always keep the operating system, antivirus and application updated.
9. Avoid free or open WiFi. Keep in mind, change both the admin password and the default password of your Home WiFi.
10. Beware of fishing emails. These look like your important e-mail. Do double check before clicking on any link.
11. Use only the secure network to access the office system.
12. If not necessary, then keep your remote access locked. If necessary, use it with better security.
13. Do not use a device at all for official work.
14. If possible, avoid using personal laptops and use only the computers and laptops provided by the company.

Many such reports have come out during lockdown, which states that most people are spending their time on the internet during the lockdown. In such a situation, there has also been an increase in cybercrime. In such a situation, it is necessary to follow cybersecurity tips to avoid being a victim of cybercrime.