Bee Cyber Fit: Simplifying Cybersecurity for Everyone Wendy Battles/James Tucciarone

Join us for another insightful episode of the Bee Cyber Fit podcast that builds on our January episode about building cyber habits that are simple and sustainable.

We discuss the outcomes of our 21-day Cyber Habit Challenge at Yale, designed to bolster cybersecurity know-how among the university community.  We know that even the smallest of habits can protect our online presence.

We also share five simple yet powerful behaviors you can adopt – cautious clicking, secure password management, regular updates, risk awareness, and vigilant reporting. 

Plus, we tackle the pervasive issue of MFA fatigue, a buzzword you'll soon be well-acquainted with, and dissect the cunning strategies cybercriminals employ to exploit this weakness in our digital armor.

As the conversation progresses, we hone in on practical steps you can take to protect Yale data and systems against ever-evolving cyber threats. From the necessity of keeping your devices and applications up-to-date to the nitty-gritty of screen locks and the nuances of multi-factor authentication, think of this as your cybersecurity clinic.

Ready to transform your cyber fitness routine with easy, actionable steps? We encourage you to identify at least one of the repeatable behaviors we discussed to start practicing regularly.

Whether you're a student, faculty, or staff member at Yale, or someone looking to step up your cybersecurity game, let's get cyber fit together, one click, one password, one update at a time.

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Mentioned in this episode:

Visit the Click with Caution webpage to learn about our Recognize, Relax, Rethink model.

Calls to Action: 

Build your cyber fitness by choosing one of the habits we discussed:


Click with Caution - look for signs of phishing in emails or ask a friend or colleague to confirm if it's real.Report suspicious emails even if you're not 100% sure they're fake.Check if your email address has been involved in any data breaches at haveibeenpwned.com.Set up your devices with automatic updates to boost security.Lock your computer screens when you leave your workspace.

Learn more about Yale Cybersecurity Awareness at cybersecurity.yale.edu/awareness

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Kick off the new year with us as we launch our 'New Year, New You' campaign, tailored to infuse cyber safety into your daily habits.

We're excited to share our lineup of engaging activities to bolster the Yale community's cybersecurity awareness. We've got your back from the highly anticipated 21-day Cyber Habit Challenge to our practical workshops and self-paced activities.

We've also drawn inspiration from two bestselling books about habits -  BJ Fogg's "Tiny Habits" and James Clear's "Atomic Habits". Our goal is to help you build and maintain cyber-safe practices both at Yale and in your personal life. Listen in as we unravel the struggles of sticking to New Year's resolutions - usually too lofty and unrealistic -  and the nuances of realistic habit formation.

As your Bee Cyber Fit podcast hosts, we bring our personal stories to the table, discussing how even simple tools like a timed water bottle or calendar reminders can become powerful prompts in habit building.

We also touch upon the crucial topic of ransomware, breaking down its mechanics, and the peril of succumbing to cybercriminals' demands. Tune in for actionable steps to keep your digital life secure, including the importance of backups, system updates, and the power of cautious clicking.

Our conversation wraps up with a reflection on how anchoring new cybersecurity habits to existing routines can lead to a more secure and fulfilling year ahead. Join us for this informative session that promises to enlighten and empower you in the cyber realm.

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Calls to Action:

Ready to join us and build your cyber muscles? 

Here are three simple actions you can take:
Sign up for the 21-Day Cyber Habit Challenge. It starts February 1 but the Yale community can register at any time during the month.Weigh in with your feedback - complete our annual cybersecurity awareness survey. Your opinion matters and your insights will help shape our cybersecurity awareness program in 2024 and beyond.Compete in our cybersecurity awareness trivia challenge. 

Learn more about Yale Cybersecurity Awareness at cybersecurity.yale.edu/awareness

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Get ready to get cyber fit with us!

Join us as we unwrap Yale University's cybersecurity awareness program in 2023, reveal our upcoming plans, and guide you on defending against a prevalent cyber threat - domain spoofing.

Alongside our boss, Jess Flower, we'll journey through the past year, reminiscing about our favorite moments, from engaging workshops to our successful self-paced trivia game aimed at boosting your cyber safety.

Prepare to flex your cyber muscles and outsmart potential cyber threats. We'll show you how the bad guys are getting smarter and why your intuition matters more than ever. Emotions can be telltale signs of potential attacks, and we'll explain why.

Plus we're jazzed up about our upcoming "New Year, New You" campaign, which encourages you to take manageable steps to strengthen your cyber defenses. Get the inside scoop on what we have planned. 

As we wrap up, we want to express our sincere gratitude to our listeners and share our excitement for the year ahead. There's so much to look forward to in the world of Yale cybersecurity, and we can't wait to explore it with you!

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Calls to Action:

Ready to join us and build your cyber muscles? 

Here are three simple actions you can take:
Read our Winter Bee Cyber Fit newsletter - catch up on the latest cybersecurity news at Yale.Weigh in with your feedback - complete our annual cybersecurity awareness survey. Your opinion matters and your insights will help shape our cybersecurity awareness program in 2024 and beyond.Sign up to receive alerts about the 21-day cyber habit challenge, part of our New Year, New You campaign that kicks off in January.  


Learn more about Yale Cybersecurity Awareness at cybersecurity.yale.edu/awareness

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It can feel like a losing battle - cybercriminals constantly up their online tricks to convince us to give away confidential information.

Don't be fooled by their fake emails, text messages, and phone calls.

Join your hosts, James and Wendy, for an engaging conversation about how the Yale community can up their cyber know-how and keep our campus community safe.

Here's a preview of what you'll hear in this episode:
▶️ Why mindfulness is a powerful strategy to combat phishing attempts

▶️ How Yale's Click with Caution - Recognize, Relax, Rethink campaign provides a simple and effective approach to outsmart online thieves

▶️ An eye-opening story about the impact of clicking on a malicious link. Learn about what happened at Baruch College when someone unknowingly loaded malware on their system a few months ago. Hint: it's bigger than you may imagine

▶️ Our Buzzword of the Day - Social Engineering

Listen and apply these techniques at Yale (and beyond) to stay safe online.

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Calls to Action:

Ready to join us and build your cyber muscles? 

Here are three simple actions you can take:
Register for one of our November cybersecurity awareness events.Test your knowledge – complete our self-paced Kahoot and see how much you know about Clicking with Caution.Review our Click with Caution page for more insights and tips to stay safe online. Learn more about Yale Cybersecurity Awareness at cybersecurity.yale.edu/awareness

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Do you know that it's the 20th anniversary of Cybersecurity Awareness Month?

It's the perfect time to kick off Season 3 of the Bee Cyber Fit podcast.

Join your hosts, James and Wendy, for an engaging conversation about how the Yale community can "Bee a Yale Cyber Hero" in October.

Here's a sampling of what you'll hear:
▶️ The history behind Cybersecurity Awareness Month and how it's evolved from a national event into an international movement.


▶️ How Yale University is celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month and amplifying key messages about online safety.


▶️ An overview of our weekly themes
Save the day by reporting suspicious activityDefend Yale's resources by knowing your riskDefeat online thieves with robust passwordsCombat cybercrime by protecting your email▶️ How you can Bee a Yale Cyber Hero and up your cyber know-how.
▶️ Our Buzzword of the Day - Cookies

And lots of information to help you keep Yale data and systems safe!

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Calls to Action:

Ready to join us for Cybersecurity Awareness Month and "Bee a Yale Cyber Hero?"

Here are three simple actions you can take to learn more.
Visit our Cybersecurity Awareness Month webpage for our weekly themes, puzzles, events, and posters.Register for one or more events and build your cyber powers with your fellow Yalies!Share this episode with a fellow student or colleague interested in building their cyber skills.*******
Learn more about Yale Cybersecurity Awareness at cybersecurity.yale.edu/awareness

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Got summer travel plans?

We can never be too careful when it comes to booking and embarking on a trip.

A report by McAfee estimates that 30% of adults have been a victim (or know someone who has) when trying to save money booking travel plans.

Cybercriminals won't think twice about stealing our money, identity or devices for their personal gain.

That's why it's up to us to be proactive and keep safety in mind as we travel.
 
In today's episode you'll learn:

▶️ Why we have to be cognizant of our surroundings when traveling
▶️ How our approach to social media (and what we share) can impact our security
▶️ Why you should never connect to public or unknown networks
▶️ 5 tips to keep your data secure when you travel
▶️ Our buzzword of the day - Artificial Intelligence (AI)

And lots of other insights and stories to inspire secure travel this summer.
 
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Mentioned in this episode:
5 Strategies to Protect Your Data if Your Mobile Device is Lost or Stolen
 Calls to Action:

Ready to build your cyber muscles, outsmart cybercriminals and keep things secure while you travel?

Here are three simple actions you can take:
Visit our Travel Securely webpage.Learn how to protect your data should it be lost or stolen.We want to hear from you! Have questions about cybersecurity? Ideas for future episodes? Feedback about the podcast? Please share by completing this brief survey.




Learn more about Yale Cybersecurity Awareness at cybersecurity.yale.edu/awareness

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