Staying Safe Online
At our monthly meeting in February 2022 we were given a talk on staying safe online by Devon & Cornwall Constabulary's Cyber Crime Unit.
This page contains some links from the presentation which you might find useful.
Get Safe Online - A public / private sector partnership supported by HM Government and leading organisations in banking, retail, internet security and other sectors. Its website is a unique resource providing practical advice on how to protect yourself, your computers and mobiles device and your business against fraud, identity theft, viruses and many other problems encountered online. It contains guidance on many other related subjects too – including performing backups and how to avoid theft or loss of your computer, smartphone or tablet. Every conceivable topic is included on the site – including safe online shopping, gaming and dating … so now you really can stay safe with everything you do online. The site also keeps you up to date with news, tips and stories from around the world.
Cyber Aware - Top tips on passwords, turning on 2FA, back-ups and the importance of updating your devices
Take Five to Stop Fraud - Advice on financial and banking fraud
Stop Scams UK - Call 159 to speak to your bank if you suspect you may be a victim of fraud
Have I Been Pwned - Will advise you if your email address has been involved in a data breach. If you find that your account has been compromised, change your password immediately.
Action Fraud or call 0300 1232040 - Reporting fraud and Cyber Crime.
Advice on securing your router - Short video by the City of London Police
Suspicious emails – forward to report@phishing.gov.uk The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
Suspicious text (SMS) messages - forward to OFCOM: 7726