Post by account_disabled on Feb 25, 2024 2:25:09 GMT -5
Another variable evaluated by Nord was the existence of a correlation between time spent on the internet (both for professional and personal purposes) and level of exposure to virtual threats. The conclusion of the research was that, contrary to what one might imagine, there is no dependence between these two elements. What is suggested, therefore, is that all users, regardless of their online frequency or even the type of device they use, are vulnerable to cyber attacks and should take proactive measures to protect their data. But online activities matter… The same cannot be said, however, about the types of actions performed on the network. According to the study data, more advanced online activities are directly related to greater exposure to risks. Practices such as P2P or torrent downloads, financial transactions and video calls have been shown to be closely linked to a greater occurrence of cyber incidents. Check below the activities that most increased the risk of exposure.
The percentages indicate how much the frequency of each practice was higher in those interviewed who were victims of at least 4 cybersecurity problems in relation to the total group. Download via P2P or torrent (23%) Financial Phone Number List transactions (20%) Video calls (20%) Online betting (18%) Access to the dark web (16%) Transferring or sharing data online (16%) Who else uses security tools? Finally, Nord asked interviewees about the use of tools against the dangers of the internet. The responses indicated that, in general, people who have personally suffered from cybercrime are more likely to invest in online security programs, such as antivirus, password managers and virtual private networks (VPN). Likewise, research has shown that awareness of cyber threats is positively related to investment in cybersecurity solutions. That is, those interviewed who were better informed about the risks were more likely to implement defense measures on their devices than the others.
In general, the interviews highlighted the importance of combining knowledge with practice in combating internet threats, seeking not only to be more careful with the activities carried out on the network, but also to invest in prevention solutions, such as cybersecurity tools. The Brazilian situation may seem, at first glance, worrying. But the responses obtained by Nord suggest that the country is moving towards a more positive and secure future, with a notable increase in the population's awareness of the importance of actively protecting themselves on the web. How to protect yourself from these threats? To avoid falling victim to the scams mentioned in the survey, users should adopt simple but effective measures, such as: Use complex and unique passwords for each account, above all avoiding using personal information as part of the codes. Have cybersecurity programs installed, such as antimalware , a password manager, and a VPN. Be careful when clicking on suspicious links and avoid downloading from unknown sources.
The percentages indicate how much the frequency of each practice was higher in those interviewed who were victims of at least 4 cybersecurity problems in relation to the total group. Download via P2P or torrent (23%) Financial Phone Number List transactions (20%) Video calls (20%) Online betting (18%) Access to the dark web (16%) Transferring or sharing data online (16%) Who else uses security tools? Finally, Nord asked interviewees about the use of tools against the dangers of the internet. The responses indicated that, in general, people who have personally suffered from cybercrime are more likely to invest in online security programs, such as antivirus, password managers and virtual private networks (VPN). Likewise, research has shown that awareness of cyber threats is positively related to investment in cybersecurity solutions. That is, those interviewed who were better informed about the risks were more likely to implement defense measures on their devices than the others.
In general, the interviews highlighted the importance of combining knowledge with practice in combating internet threats, seeking not only to be more careful with the activities carried out on the network, but also to invest in prevention solutions, such as cybersecurity tools. The Brazilian situation may seem, at first glance, worrying. But the responses obtained by Nord suggest that the country is moving towards a more positive and secure future, with a notable increase in the population's awareness of the importance of actively protecting themselves on the web. How to protect yourself from these threats? To avoid falling victim to the scams mentioned in the survey, users should adopt simple but effective measures, such as: Use complex and unique passwords for each account, above all avoiding using personal information as part of the codes. Have cybersecurity programs installed, such as antimalware , a password manager, and a VPN. Be careful when clicking on suspicious links and avoid downloading from unknown sources.