Let’s face it, folks. Maintaining your online privacy is really hard to do today. Even though it’s difficult, you should try to keep as much of your personal stuff under wraps as possible.
There is a new identity fraud victim in the U.S. every three seconds. Identity thieves don’t just look through your garbage for old mail, they dig through your social networks to see what they can find to help them steal your money.
Beyond theft, we frequently hear in the news about how careless posting of opinions, photos, and private information can lead to damaged reputations, or worse, not getting the job you wanted or getting into your dream school.
Minimizing your digital footprint
High-tech entrepreneur and billionaire Mark Cuban recently said, “To minimize our digital footprint is critical when a single out-of-context social media post can ruin a career or even be far worse.”1
There are many examples where TMI (too-much-information) sharing online has led to very unfortunate outcomes for the individual that over-shares. They include the famous and not-so-famous (later infamous):
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Giving your “friends” TMI
If you go online to do anything beyond browsing websites, you are potentially revealing personal and private information to anyone who has Internet access. For instance, let’s say you go on a social network like Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn and start posting about how your Yorkshire terrier “Bootsie” is expected to take best-in-show at the next Westminster Dog Show.
You may be providing “friends” or friends of “friends” in your network with all the information they need to crack your financial or other sensitive account password.
Chances are you’ve created a password that includes a reference to your dog like “Bootsie123” or “Bootsie#1.” And even if your “friend” can’t figure out your password on their own, there’s always some password cracking software that could be used to help get it. At the very least, your “friend” will know that you’re not going be home while the dog show competition is going on and have an opportune time to burglarize your place.
Tools to help maintain the delicate balance
Trend Micro has enhanced Security 2015 software to help provide comprehensive privacy and protection anytime, anywhere, and on any device. Trend Micro Security 2015 solutions work across a range of the most popular digital platforms, including your PC, Mac, and mobile devices (Android™ and Apple iOS). In short, this new version of Trend Micro Security will help protect against all threats, regardless of your device or operating system.
To maintain an appropriate level of privacy online, yet make use of all the advantages the web has to offer, you have to accept a certain amount of risk. You’ll need to balance the loss of privacy and the chance of your information being used against you versus the convenience and speed you get from doing tasks online. If you need help maintaining this delicate balance, Trend Micro Internet Security 2015 can provide you with the necessary tools and features, including:
Dangerous Website Blocking
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Social Network Privacy Scanner
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Phishing Email Blocker
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Password Manager
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Secure Browser
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Mobile Apps
Managing your online privacy and security in this highly-connected world is something that can no longer be overlooked. Trend Micro Security 2015 will help you keep your private information safe.
Learn more about how you can enjoy your digital life safely and confidently by visiting our website: Trend Micro Security 2015.
1 5 Questions with Mark Cuban about Online Privacy http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-p-david/5-questions-with-mark-cub_b_5825682.html?utm_hp_ref=business&ir=Business
