Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025. Simple steps to keep your digital life secure.
Every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month teaches people simple ways to protect themselves online. This year’s theme, Stay Safe Online, is all about the simple ways to protect yourself, your family and your business from online threats.
Small actions can make a big difference. That’s why we’re focusing on the Core 4. Four easy steps anyone can take to boost their online safety:
1. Use strong passwords and a password manager
Choose passwords that are long, unique, and hard to guess. A password manager can generate and securely store them for you.
2. Turn on multifactor authentication (MFA)
Enable MFA wherever it’s offered. This extra step, like using a passkey or authenticator app, adds another layer of protection to your accounts.
3. Recognize and report scams
Think before you click. Verify the sender before opening attachments or links and call 619-297-4835 if something seems suspicious.
4. Update your software
Install updates promptly on all your devices. Updates fix vulnerabilities that hackers try to exploit. Whenever possible, turn on automatic updates.
