2023 Travel Tips: Simple Cybersecurity Measures for On-the-Go

Have you got any trip plans for 2023? Let's make ensuring your safety and security one of your 2019 resolutions. We can all agree that traveling may result in a plethora of educational opportunities and thrilling experiences, but it's crucial to keep in mind that hackers are ready to prey on anyone who neglects to take precautions. Because consumers tend to let their guard down when traveling, cybercriminals have begun targeting airports and the tourism sector in general. When you oversee a large portion of your network, your position is doubly vulnerable.

Verifying Wi-Fi Networks Before Connecting

When we travel, many of us rely on open Wi-Fi networks, thus it's critical that we confirm each network before connecting. Look for official notices about the network connection and confirm the name is correct; it should, for instance, match what is posted on the website for your hotel or café. Additionally, pay attention to any messages from the computer while it is connected to a shared network; if anything seems fishy, don't connect!

A VPN, a jump box, or any other type of technological protection should be in place if you are a system administrator and need to perform any remotely administrative tasks, including reading messages. Use these more than ever right now!

Protect Your Devices from Physical Access by Others

Even if a member of the family kindly asks, it's crucial that only you have access to your gadgets, in addition to making sure Wi-Fi networks are legitimate. Avoid leaving your gadgets unattended in public spaces and keep them with you at all times. To guarantee that any data kept on your device stays safe even if it gets into the wrong hands, don't forget to apply password protection and encryption to crucial files as well.

Only You Should Have Access to Your Devices

Travelers' electronics can also be stolen by cybercriminals while they aren't looking. Invest in cable locks and carrying cases to prevent theft while you're preoccupied or dozing off in transit.

Arm Yourself with Dual Factor Authentication

You definitely need this, so if you're a business owner or executive and your account is excluded from MFA rules in any manner, fix it right now. There are few reasons not to apply this effective tool to all accounts. Before providing access, dual and multi-factor authentication, if enabled, request two pieces of information (such as a login and password). This implies that even if your login information is stolen, a criminal cannot access any accounts without both pieces of information. Everyone should benefit from this additional degree of security.

Leave Blueprints

Always be prepared. Bring in a partner, a dependable counselor, or even someone who has a related but indirect position, even if you don't have anyone on staff. Assist them in understanding where to get information, reports, account management locations, project statuses, and any other essential details, such as runbooks, that can help you collaborate or act in your place if you are delayed or need to prolong your time away from the office.

Protecting Yourself from Cybercrime

These are only the fundamentals of protection, but if you have access to things as an IT specialist or a system administrator, they take on a far greater significance. Due to your location and job, you are a target, and an easy target, for nefarious outsiders.

Remember. Anywhere can experience cybercrime, but domestic and international travel are more vulnerable. The good news is that no matter where their travels take them, anyone can protect themselves against these digital dangers by taking a number of easy precautions, such as verifying Wi-Fi networks before connecting, keeping an eye out for suspicious notifications on shared networks, constantly keeping a close eye on personal devices, and arming themselves with dual-factor authentication. So fearlessly venture into the wide unknown, but do so with caution.