Module 2: Protecting Your Accounts from Compromise

Introduction

Take a minute to think of all the digital accounts that you own. You likely have a user account on your computer, multiple email and social media accounts, and dozens of accounts for streaming services, finances, insurance, and more.

When you’re in a hurry, it’s easy to fall back on a password you use frequently or to create one that you’re likely to remember―perhaps your birthday or a combination of your children’s names. Due to these common behaviors, it’s exceedingly easy for cyber threat actors to guess your credentials and compromise multiple accounts.

Topics in Module 2 discuss how malicious actors may attempt to compromise your accounts and offer simple steps to minimize their success. Steps include how to formulate a strong password, use a password manager to help you remember passwords, and implement multifactor authentication as a safeguard against potential threats even if your password is compromised.

Topics

Module 2 covers the following topics:

• Topic 2.0 – Formulate strong passwords and PIN codes
• Topic 2.1 – CYb3R_Sm@rT!: Use a password manager to create and “remember” strong passwords
• Topic 2.2 – Why a strong password Isn’t enough: Your guide to multifactor authentication