30/10/2025
When it comes to being security aware, there are seemingly endless things you need to consider. In our latest blog post, wrapping up Security Awareness Month, Eime has outlined four key pillars to help you maintain your online security.
📌Read here: https://www.pentestpartners.com/security-blog/security-awareness-four-pillars-for-staying-safe-online/
TL;DR
Pillar 1: Social media
Review your privacy settings, especially on social media. Limit what strangers can see, and think before you post. Screens, badges, emails, locations, and even your pet’s name can all be used against you.
Pillar 2: Account protection
Stop using weak, guessable passwords. Use long, unique passwords or passphrases that don’t include personal details. Store them in a password manager instead of reusing them across accounts. Turn on multi-factor authentication (MFA) anywhere it’s offered, especially for email, banking, work accounts, and your password manager.
Pillar 3: Phishing and social engineering
Watch for phishing, vishing (voice phishing), and smishing (SMS phishing). Urgency, pressure, unusual requests, unexpected login prompts, or payment demands are all red flags. Slow down and verify using known contact details.
Pillar 4: Software updates
Keep your devices, browsers, and apps updated. Patching your software closes known security holes that attackers actively use. Enable automatic updates and remove apps you don’t use.
