Abu Dhabi Digital calls for caution against data theft
Warning to travelers not to use public Wi-Fi
The Abu Dhabi Digital Authority warned travelers against using public internet networks, as it warned that hackers usually use these networks because they know their importance during travel, and they use them to steal personal data.
It called on travelers to use the service provider's network or connect via virtual private networks (VPN), to ensure security, and protect them from hacking operations while traveling.
She also advised, to prevent any intrusion into individuals' devices before traveling, to ensure that their operating systems and applications are updated to get the latest security updates.
She drew the travelers' attention to the importance of keeping a backup copy of their data, as this procedure contributes to preserving it in the event of any accident, which may cost them the loss of their data or devices while traveling.
She stated that as social media continues to evolve with new platforms and trends, it is important for all individuals to use social media optimally, and to stay safe on these platforms.
The authority published a number of cyber tips through its accounts on social media, including instructions for safe browsing the Internet, as it called on users to verify before clicking on any link or advertisement from the URL to which it is linked, and to ensure that the requested domain is correct, explaining This can easily be checked by hovering over the link, and looking at the address preview text, since the address should start with HTTPS.
Users are advised to keep the antivirus and firewall programs up to date on their computer.
She noted that the use of VPNs helps maintain privacy by encrypting data and Internet requests before they reach the Internet.
She pointed out that some websites track a user's browsing data, and they can prevent this by regularly clearing the browser's cache and deleting unwanted cookies.
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