Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- The UAE Cyber Security Council warns residents against sharing personal images online while on holiday due to the risk of cyber threats.
- They recommend protecting personal content and privacy by using encryption, strong passwords, and avoiding sharing sensitive information online.
The UAE Cyber Security Council has issued a warning regarding the dangers of sharing personal images online while on holiday. They emphasize the risk of cyber threats such as cyberbullying, identity theft, blackmail, and other forms of cyber threats that can stem from sharing personal photos. The council urges the public to protect their personal content and privacy, as personal photos from different locales can contain valuable information.
They recommend keeping paper documents in safe places, using strong passwords and encryption to secure digital documents, and avoiding sharing sensitive documents online. Apple device users are advised to update their operating systems to address security vulnerabilities, as recent emergency updates have been issued for Apple devices. Additionally, the Council has launched national initiatives, such as the “Cyber Pulse” initiative, to spread cybersecurity awareness and enhance cyber culture in the UAE community.
To protect private photos and videos, the Council recommends using encryption, strong security features, reviewing and updating privacy settings, and avoiding sharing sensitive visual content online. They also provide specific advice for Android and iOS users to secure their smart devices in the digital age. The Council warns that storing photos of important documents like passports and bank cards can lead to extortion if stolen and highlights the risks of personal data breaches.
Kaspersky, a cybersecurity company, notes that personal data breaches occur regularly and warns against using fake apps like the fake Chrome scam, which was used to steal private and personal photos. Overall, the UAE Cyber Security Council emphasizes the importance of protecting personal information and maintaining cybersecurity awareness while sharing images online.
