DIGITAL DEFENSE:

Staying One Step Ahead Of Cybercriminals This Holiday Season

The most “wonderful time of the year” is also the busiest for cyber cybercriminals.

Cybersecurity threats are not just a passing concern but a constant and severe issue. With millions — even billions — of incidents happening daily, cyberattacks seriously threaten individuals, businesses, and even major service providers.

Internet providers, like us at Red River, are now being classified alongside the healthcare, water, and energy sectors as critical national infrastructure (CNI) due to the number of essential services that rely on an internet connection. This makes our industry a prime target for cybercriminals using tactics such as phishing scams, malware and ransomware.

So, in response, our internal teams are unwavering in their commitment to doing everything they can to secure and protect our network and internal systems. You can trust that we are constantly working to keep your data safe.

As we enter the holiday season, when digital activity skyrockets with online shopping, it’s worth revisiting some precautions to protect your personal data, property and peace of mind this season.

1. Don’t wait to update: Keep all devices up to date with basic security measures.

2. Lock it up: Secure your accounts with unique, strong passwords.

3. Twice as nice: Enable Multifactor Authentication whenever possible.

4. Be safe on social media; don’t overshare, and take time to review your privacy settings on the platforms you use.

5. Shop through trusted sources: Always visit retailers’ websites by typing their URLs directly into your browser. Make sure they are legit before giving payment info.

6. Guest network: Create a separate guest network for visitors, adding an extra layer of protection to your home network.

7. Be wary of ads, giveaways, and contests that seem too good to be true. These scams run rampant during the holiday season!

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