Securing Your Digital Life

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Securing Your Digital Life

Your digital footprint provides attackers with reconnaissance data and attack vectors:

Password Security Excellence:

  • Use unique, complex passwords for every account
  • Implement a password manager to handle complexity
  • Never reuse passwords across sites
  • Change passwords after any suspected compromise
  • Avoid passwords based on personal information
  • Use passphrases for master passwords

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA):

  • Enable MFA on all accounts that support it
  • Prioritize financial and email accounts
  • Use app-based authentication over SMS when possible
  • Keep backup codes secure but accessible
  • Understand MFA bypass attempts
  • Review and update MFA devices regularly

Email Security Practices:

  • Maintain separate email addresses for different purposes
  • Use a "burner" email for subscriptions and trials
  • Keep your primary email private and protected
  • Regularly review email forwarding rules
  • Check account access logs periodically
  • Be extremely selective with email-based recovery options