Are You Prepared to Stay Cyber Secure While Traveling?

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Questions and Answers

Travelers do not face any cybersecurity risks when using public wifi.

False (B)

Updating devices before travel is a good way to protect oneself from cybersecurity risks.

True (A)

Investing in an RFID shield is recommended for travelers.

False (B)

Which of the following is NOT a recommended step to protect oneself from cybersecurity risks while traveling?

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What is the purpose of a VPN for travelers?

<p>To create a secure connection between devices and the internet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key first step in keeping oneself safe from cybersecurity risks while traveling?

<p>Being cautious and suspicious (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

  • Disabling auto-connecting to wifi, turning off location services, and setting up login security are important ______

<p>steps</p> Signup and view all the answers

  • Bringing one's own gear, such as a spare cord and portable power source, is ______

<p>recommended</p> Signup and view all the answers

  • Criminals are experimenting with ______, but checking with the person supposedly calling can help avoid scams.

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Flashcards

Cybersecurity Risks for Travelers

Risks travelers face, including exposure on public Wi-Fi and observation of your screen.

Juice Jacking

The act of plugging your device into a public USB charging port that is infected with malware.

Pre-Travel Device Preparation

Ensuring your software is current and settings are optimized for security before you leave.

Disable Auto-Connect to Wi-Fi

Preventing devices from automatically connecting to unknown networks.

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Protective Screens

Concealing your PIN or password from onlookers in public spaces.

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VPN (Virtual Private Network)

Service that encrypts internet traffic, creating a secure connection.

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Find My Device

A feature on devices that helps you locate them if they are lost or stolen.

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Situational Awareness

Being alert to those around you who may be attempting to view your screen or steal your device.

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Deep Fake

A synthesized media in which a person is made to say or do something that they did not actually say or do.

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Study Notes

Cybersecurity Tips for Travelers

  • Travelers face cybersecurity risks, such as public wifi exposure and "shoulder surfing."
  • FBI and FCC warned against "juice jacking," but the risk is low due to phones' elimination of the risk.
  • Updating and preparing devices before travel is one of the best ways to protect oneself.
  • Disabling auto-connecting to wifi, turning off location services, and setting up login security are important steps.
  • Setting up Find My Device feature and backing up important data are recommended.
  • Investing in a VPN before leaving home can create a secure connection between devices and the internet.
  • Paying attention to physical surroundings and keeping devices secure is crucial, such as using protective screens and locking devices when not in use.
  • Bringing one's own gear, such as a spare cord and portable power source, is recommended.
  • RFID shields are unnecessary, according to experts.
  • Criminals are experimenting with deep fakes, but checking with the person supposedly calling can help avoid scams.
  • AI is advancing rapidly, and new threats are developing every day.
  • Being cautious and suspicious is the key first step in keeping oneself safe abroad.

Cybersecurity Tips for Travelers

  • Travelers face cybersecurity risks, such as public wifi exposure and "shoulder surfing."
  • FBI and FCC warned against "juice jacking," but the risk is low due to phones' elimination of the risk.
  • Updating and preparing devices before travel is one of the best ways to protect oneself.
  • Disabling auto-connecting to wifi, turning off location services, and setting up login security are important steps.
  • Setting up Find My Device feature and backing up important data are recommended.
  • Investing in a VPN before leaving home can create a secure connection between devices and the internet.
  • Paying attention to physical surroundings and keeping devices secure is crucial, such as using protective screens and locking devices when not in use.
  • Bringing one's own gear, such as a spare cord and portable power source, is recommended.
  • RFID shields are unnecessary, according to experts.
  • Criminals are experimenting with deep fakes, but checking with the person supposedly calling can help avoid scams.
  • AI is advancing rapidly, and new threats are developing every day.
  • Being cautious and suspicious is the key first step in keeping oneself safe abroad.

Cybersecurity Tips for Travelers

  • Travelers face cybersecurity risks, such as public wifi exposure and "shoulder surfing."
  • FBI and FCC warned against "juice jacking," but the risk is low due to phones' elimination of the risk.
  • Updating and preparing devices before travel is one of the best ways to protect oneself.
  • Disabling auto-connecting to wifi, turning off location services, and setting up login security are important steps.
  • Setting up Find My Device feature and backing up important data are recommended.
  • Investing in a VPN before leaving home can create a secure connection between devices and the internet.
  • Paying attention to physical surroundings and keeping devices secure is crucial, such as using protective screens and locking devices when not in use.
  • Bringing one's own gear, such as a spare cord and portable power source, is recommended.
  • RFID shields are unnecessary, according to experts.
  • Criminals are experimenting with deep fakes, but checking with the person supposedly calling can help avoid scams.
  • AI is advancing rapidly, and new threats are developing every day.
  • Being cautious and suspicious is the key first step in keeping oneself safe abroad.

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