042. Staying Safe While Shopping Online: Special Holiday Episode

This holiday season, we’re bringing you something truly special—a first-ever crossover episode between #CyberChats and Cyber Pulse! Together, NCF podcast hosts Kennedy Taylor and James Walsh have combined forces to deliver the ultimate guide to staying safe while shopping this holiday season.

In this exclusive episode, we cover everything you need to know to protect yourself from cyber threats during the most wonderful time of the year. Learn how to avoid online shopping scams, keep your accounts secure, and spot sneaky phishing attempts that target unsuspecting holiday shoppers.

Don’t miss this festive and informative crossover event that’s perfect for anyone looking to shop smarter this season.

Topics discussed: Stick to Trusted Retailers, Use Secure Payment Methods, Watch Out for Too-Good-to-Be-True Deals, Be Cautious with Public Wi-Fi, Enable Two-Factor Authentication, Use Strong, Unique Passwords, Be Wary of Email Phishing Scams, Monitor Your Accounts, Avoid Excessive Sharing of Personal Info, Keep your Device Updated

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