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Each day, UNSW Canberra Cyber works towards creating a safer, better and more trustworthy internet where everyone is empowered to use technology responsibly, respectfully and creatively.

In this guide you will learn basic details about how to be safe online including being money aware, cyber bullying, how to protect your information, managing your passwords, being scam aware and tips for staying safe while travelling.

Everyone has a responsibility to make a positive difference online. We can all promote the positive by being kind and respectful to others and by seeking out positive opportunities to create and connect. We can all respond to the negative by reporting inappropriate or illegal content and behaviour online.

Nigel Phair Director, UNSW Canberra Cyber

Welcome to the UNSW Canberra guide to Cyber Safety

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Protect Your Credit Card Never send money or give credit card details, online account details or copies of personal documents to anyone you don’t know or trust.

Be Cautious of Money SchemesRemember there are no get-rich-quick schemes. If it sounds too good to be true it probably is.

Be Suspicious of Poorly Worded EmailsIf the grammar or language used in an email looks suspicious, or uncharacteristic of the sender, do not trust it.

Check Links in Emails Before ClickingAlways check links in emails before you click them. Hover over the link to see where it will take you.

Be Money Scam Aware

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Review Privacy and Security SettingsReview your settings on social media and report the bullying to the relevant platform (e.g. Facebook, Twitter etc.)

Cease CommunicationDo not respond to the abuse. Cease all communication by blocking the other party.

Collect EvidenceIf it persists, you should collect evidence and make a referral to the Office of the eSafety Commissioner esafety.gov.au

Alert the Police if in DangerIf at any time you feel that your life is in danger, call the Police on Triple Zero 000.

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Be Careful What You ShareCould information that you share in multiple places (such as social media) be used to guess your passwords, or to commit identity fraud?

Protect Personal DetailsKeep your personal details secure and do not share or leave them in plain sight.

Use Secure WebsitesEnsure any website you enter your username and password into is secure. Look for the padlock and ‘https’ in the address bar.

Use Anti-Virus SoftwareMake sure you have anti-virus software installed on personal devices and keep it up to date.

Protect Your Information

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Multi-factor AuthenticationEnable multi-factor authentication when available.

Long is StrongThink passphrases rather than passwords.

Don’t Reuse PasswordsConsider using a password manager to safely store your unique passwords.

Combination of CharactersUse unique passwords with a combination of uppercase, lowercase, numbers and symbols.

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Be Suspicious of AlertsDo not open suspicious texts, pop-up windows or click on links or attachments in emails – delete them.

Be Alert to ScamsBe alert to the fact that scams exist and be alert when something seems suspicious.

Ignore Remote Access RequestsDon’t respond to phone calls about your computer asking for remote access – hang up.

Review Suspicious CommunicationIf you receive communication that seems suspicious, review it and check with known scams on scamwatch.gov.au

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Consider the Physical Security of DevicesWhen travelling, consider the physical security of your devices. Is it safe to leave your phone or laptop in your accommodation during the day?

Make BackupsMake a backup of any essential data before travelling in case your devices are lost or stolen.

Be Cautious with WiFiAvoid entering usernames and passwords on public or hotel Wi-Fi points and at computers in internet cafes.

Use Trusted VPNsUse a trusted VPN to keep your data encrypted.

Be Safe While Travelling

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Contact UsUNSW Canberra Northcott Drive, Canberra ACT 2600

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CRICOS No. 00098G

+61 2 6268 8350

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unsw.adfa.edu.au/cyber