Best Cyber Defense Tips for 2025 in One Coffee Break
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Looking back at the cybersecurity lessons that made the biggest difference this year? Jen breaks down the 9 most powerful, actionable steps you've learned through SipCyber - the security moves that drastically reduce your risk without requiring a tech degree. From credit freezes to SIM swap protection, these aren't theoretical tips - they're the defenses that actually stop criminals in their tracks.
This year-end recap is your cybersecurity checklist for 2024, covering everything from shopping safely during the holidays to protecting your property deed from fraud. Whether you implemented these strategies already or need a refresher before the new year, this episode delivers practical protection for your family, your finances, and your digital life.
What You'll Learn:
- Why freezing your credit (including Innovis) is the #1 defense against identity theft
- The ironclad rule for public Wi-Fi that protects your banking and email
- The 3-second phishing scan that stops scams before you click
- How to lock down social media privacy settings for yourself and your kids
- Why credit cards beat debit cards for holiday shopping protection
- The simple PIN that prevents devastating SIM swap attacks
- How to set up free property fraud alerts before criminals target your home
- Smart AI safety rules: when to verify facts and when to walk away
- Red flags for online romance scams and financial manipulation
Don't let 2024 end without securing what matters most. Hit subscribe for more coffee-break cybersecurity that protects your family without the tech overwhelm!
#CyberSecurity #IdentityTheft #CreditFreeze #Phishing #OnlineSafety #DigitalPrivacy #FamilySafety #HolidayShopping #SIMSwap
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