OCTOBER 2025
CYBERSECURITY MONTH

Join the global movement to strengthen our digital defenses and create a safer cyber world.

Learn Cyber Tips Security Resources

ESSENTIAL CYBER TIPS

Strong Password Hygiene

Use unique, complex passwords for each account. Consider a password manager to keep track of them securely.

Enable two-factor authentication wherever possible

Update Everything Regularly

Keep your operating system, apps, and antivirus software updated to patch security vulnerabilities.

Enable automatic updates when available

Phishing Awareness

Be skeptical of unexpected emails, texts, or calls asking for personal information or urgent action.

Verify sender addresses and hover over links before clicking

Secure Your Network

Use WPA3 encryption for your Wi-Fi, change default router passwords, and consider a VPN for public networks.

Disable WPS and UPnP if not needed

Backup Your Data

Maintain regular backups of important files using the 3-2-1 rule: 3 copies, 2 different media, 1 offsite.

Test restoring from backups periodically

Privacy Protection

Review privacy settings on social media and apps, be cautious about oversharing, and use privacy-focused tools.

Consider using privacy screen filters in public

TRUSTED CYBERSECURITY RESOURCES

CISA

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency

FBI Cyber

Federal Bureau of Investigation Cyber Division

NSA Cybersecurity

National Security Agency Cybersecurity

FTC Cybersecurity

Federal Trade Commission

30-DAY CYBER CHALLENGE

Take our weekly cybersecurity challenge throughout October to level up your digital safety skills!

  • Weekly actionable cybersecurity tasks
  • Track your progress throughout the month
  • Win prizes at the end of the month

This Week's Challenge:

Capture the Flag (CTF)

Apply your expertise to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges.

Day 22 of 30

Spread Cybersecurity Awareness

Help make the internet safer by sharing these tips with friends, family, and colleagues.