2. BE AWARE
We have covered many ways that you might be targeted while
using your computer. However, there are other ways hackers
may target T VA when you are out of the of fice. One example,
given in the last session, was baiting. More methods than
baiting threaten employees:
Tailgating
Shoulder Surfing
Theft
3. TAILGATING AND SHOULDER SURFING
Tailgating: when someone unknown enters through security by
following someone else with a badge through the doors.
Shoulder Surfing: When others look over your shoulder to see
private information
4. AWARENESS CONTINUED
You must be aware of your surroundings not only when you are
traveling, but when you are at your of fice as well.
Travel
Be aware of shoulder surfing
Use secure networks
Keep private information secure
Strong password
Of fice
Strong password
Be aware of tailgating
Keep identification on person
5. TRAVEL
When traveling unsecure networks can leak information to
prying eyes
Always use your VPN (provided by TVA) when accessing the internet
away from the office
The VPN (virtual private network) encrypts your identification so
prying eyes cannot decipher what your activities are
If you are very worried about others looking at your screen you can
always purchase a mirror for your laptop so you can see what people
are doing behind you
6. AT THE OFFICE
When leaving your of fice ALWAYS lock your computer (CTRL +
ALT + DELETE)
Never leave private information out in the open
Do not keep lists of usernames and passwords
Always keep your ID badge on you
Keep your laptop locked into the dock if it is not being used
Never leave your T VA credit card unattended
Never leave your VPN tokens unattended
7. PASSWORD
Password strength is vital for you security
Must be at LEAST eight characters
Do NOT use the same password at TVA for other programs (personal
e-mail, ebay, amazon, ect…)
Password must contain at least one lower case letter, upper case
letter, number, and symbol (@#$%&!?)
Try to use words that are not easily guessable
Enter passwords quickly so shoulder surfing individuals cannot figure
them out
Never share your password with anyone
Change your password regularly
8. LEAVING WORK
When leaving work keep your laptop in a secure knapsack
Do NOT leave your laptop in out in your car
The trunk is also not safe. Thieves will first look in the trunk
for valuables
If you must leave your laptop in the car keep it in a locked
container. This will assist in preventing theft