CYBERSECURITY_AWARENESS_BROCHURE

A Quick Guide To Outsmarting Cyber Threats

"DON'T JUST SURVIVE THE INTERNET. THRIVE ON IT—SECURELY."

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Why October?

Under Proclamation No. 353, the Philippine government officially declared October as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month to align with global security standards. Led by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the National Privacy Commission (NPC), this initiative calls on schools, organizations, and citizens to strengthen their digital defenses.

Key Philippine Legal Frameworks: RA 10173 (Data Privacy Act of 2012): Protects personal data in information and communications systems across the country. RA 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012): Defines and penalizes online offenses such as illegal access, data interference, and identity fraud. National Cybersecurity Plan (NCSP): The DICT’s strategic blueprint aimed at creating a secure, trusted, and resilient online space for every Filipino.

Our Campus Call to Action: Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility. This October, take charge of your digital identity by practicing good digital hygiene, staying alert against online scams, and protecting your personal information online.

PHISHING SCAMS Deceptive emails, SMS, or social media messages disguised as legitimate organizations (school portals, banks, giveaways)

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WEAK PASSWORDS Automated attacks that attempt to access multiple accounts using leaked or easy-to-guess passwords.

UNSECURED WIFI & INTERCEPTION Risks associated with logging into personal or financial accounts on open, unencrypted public Wi-Fi networks.

IDENTIFY SPOOFING

Fake social media profiles created using personal pictures and data harvested from public online footprints.

PRACTICALPRACTICAL EASY-TO-FOLLOW STEPSEASY-TO-FOLLOW STEPS

CREATE STRONG PASSWORD To create a strong password, make it at least 12 to 16 characters long, use a mix of random words or characters, and never reuse it across different accounts.

TURN ON MULTI-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION (MFA)

Add a second layer of defense (authenticator apps like Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator are preferred over SMS codes).

INSPECT LINKS BEFORE CLICKING

Hover over or long-press links to inspect the actual URL. Watch for subtle typos or fake domains (e.g., micros0ft.com instead of microsoft.com).

PRACTICE SAFE PUBLIC WI-FI HABITS

Avoid accessing sensitive banking or personal portals on public networks unless connected through a trusted Virtual Private Network (VPN).

WHAT TO DO IF HACKED?

Step 1: Disconnect & Contain Turn off Wi-Fi or unplug the internet cable immediately to stop malware spread. Use a separate, safe device to start recovery.

Step 2: Secure Accounts Change your primary email password first, then update hacked or shared passwords with strong passphrases. Turn on MFA.

Step 3: Clear Hidden Threats Check recovery options and auto-forwarding rules for unauthorized changes. Select "Log out of all sessions" and run a deep antivirus scan.

Step 4: Alert & Monitor Contact your bank immediately if financial data is at risk. Warn your contacts about potential phishing scams and check recent transactions.

Step 5: Report the Breach Report cybercrime to local authorities (such as the DICT-NCERT, PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, or NPC) to help track and resolve the issue.

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For inquiries, questions, or more information about cybersecurity, feel free to contact us. Stay Safe. Stay Secure.