What are some IT best practices I should adopt when making online transactions?
Eliezer
Updated
Always use strong passwords - with at least 1 letter (uppercase and lowercase), 1 number, 1 symbol and at least 8 characters in length
Passwords should not be guessable information such as user-id, personal telephone number, birthday or other personal information
Change your passwords regularly
Never share your passwords with anyone, not even us! We will never ask you for your login credentials over any form of communication (email/phone/text). So if somebody asks, it’s not us, don’t give it to them!
Avoid using the browser option for storing your username and password
When visiting the Syfe website, check the Syfe url, it should always end with “syfe.com”
When visiting the Syfe website, check that the address bar changes from ‘http://’ to ‘https://’ and a security icon that looks like a lock or key appears
Never give anyone your OTP, it is only for you
Ensure that all operating systems and softwares like your firewall and antivirus are up to date. Security updates are rolled out periodically so it’s a good way to stay protected
Regularly scan your systems for malicious files that might have been downloaded
Backup your important files and data regularly
Avoid using public wifi without a VPN
Be aware of phishing scams
If you see something that’s too good to be true, it probably is. Always verify your source of information
Remove file and printer sharing on internet connected computers
Make sure you log out from your Syfe dashboard after use especially on a shared computer
Do not access your Syfe dashboard on a public devices (e.g. Cyber Cafe, University Computers)
Consider the use of encryption technology to protect highly sensitive or confidential information
Do not install software or run programs of unknown origin
Delete junk or chain emails
Never open any suspicious email attachments. i.e. attachments ending with ‘.exe’
Do not disclose personal, financial or credit card information to little-known or suspect websites
Do not use a computer or a device which cannot be trusted
