Thread by @iAnonymous3000

Be safer online in 2023 by following these basic tips.

#CyberSecurityAwareness #cybersecurity #privacy

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Check if your emails, phone numbers, passwords, etc. have been breached on @haveibeenpwned / Firefox Monitor.

More info -

https://twitter.com/ianonymous3000/status/1550662334003023872

Use secure passwords that are unique for every account you have. Do not include PII in your passwords, such as your name or birthdate.

I suggest using a passphrase with at least five words or a complex password with at least 25 characters. A password manager can come in handy.

@Bitwarden is one the best password manager, in my opinion.
- Open source
- Cross Platform
- Zero-knowledge encryption
- Unlimited devices + syncing
- Store notes, credit cards, identities
- Bitwarden Send

You can also selfhost Bitwarden -

bitwarden.com/help/install-o…

Highly recommend trying out Bitwarden Premium. It's super convenient; you can also use it as an authenticator,
Some great Premium features:
- Advanced 2FA with @Yubico
- Emergency Access
- Authenticator
- Security Reports
- Shared Folder
- Priority Support

Enable Multi Factor Authentication wherever possible. This adds an extra layer of security to your accounts by requiring you to enter a code from a separate device (such as your phone) and your password. More info about MFA -

https://twitter.com/ianonymous3000/status/1564062850796392449

Be cautious while downloading attachments or accessing links from unknown sources. These can include malicious software or phishing scams that aim to steal your personal data.

https://twitter.com/ianonymous3000/status/1543863983144583173

Use a firewall to protect your computer from online threats.

A basic Linux firewall - itsfoss.com/set-up-firewal…

For application-level firewalls - @SafingIO seems to be a great option.

Portmaster is a free, open-source application firewall.
safing.io/features/

Pay attention to what you post online. Avoid disclosing sensitive personal information like your home address or bank details on the internet.

Social Media Safety Tips for all -

https://twitter.com/ianonymous3000/status/1550257508761374720

Avoid accessing sensitive data on Public WiFi. If you have to use the WiFi, use a VPN with Encrypted DNS.

Make sure you always use websites with HTTPS (with a padlock)

Recommended VPNs: @mullvadnet, @ivpnnet, @ProtonVPN

Things to check to know if it's a phishing mail or not:
- email header
- grammatical and spelling errors
- check suspicious links and files on @virustotal
- low-quality logos

If the message is too good to be true, it's probably a scam. Like, say, you have won 5 BTC! etc.

Cryptocurrencies are clearly much better than fiat currencies, but it's difficult to switch to cryptos completely as most shops or services don't accept cryptos. So until cryptos become mainstream, follow these safe banking tips -

https://twitter.com/ianonymous3000/status/1562054578358878209