Security phrases

"If you can't protect what you won, you don't own Anything"
Lewis, Jon

Hacker Awareness Video

Did you already see an awareness video announced by a hacker?

Awareness

A company could spend a lot of money in technology to raise the security but to ensure it; persons need to be trained and committed.
People need to be aware about what the company expects of them about security policy, creating Security Awareness Trainings. These in help to achieve some benefits: Measurable reduction in unauthorized access attempts, Increase effectiveness of control and Help to avoid fraud and abuse.

Proverb: A chain is strong as its weakest link; remember people are the weakest link in security.

It’s important to have periodic awareness sessions for new employees and remember those that already had. Methods of awareness improvement: Live interactive presentations, Computer Based Training (CBT), Publishing of posters and newsletters, Incentives and awards and Reminders, login banners

I found an comic material for Password’s Campaign: Office of Policy and Education, University of Michigan


Passwords are like Underwear. . . Change Yours Often!
You should change yours passwords often (every 90 days).

Passwords are like Underwear . . . Don’t Share Them with Friends!
Never share your password with ANYONE. Your password is the only thing that that ensures privacy of your account. You are responsible for how your account is used, so do not let other people have access to it.

Passwords are like Underwear . . . Be Mysterious!
When creating your password don’t use anything that would be easy for someone to guess. For example, never use any part of your username or legal name. Don’t use your phone number, birth date, or license plate number.

Passwords are like Underwear . . . The Longer the Better!
A longer password equals better security. The longer your password is the harder it is for someone to figure out. Your password should be at least 8 characters long and contain a mix of numbers and letters.

Passwords are like Underwear . . . Don’t Leave Yours Lying Around!
Keep your password hidden. Do not write your password down on a piece of paper. Instead commit it to memory!