Cyber security and disinformation seminar in Akmene district

Akmene District Municipality reported on a practical seminar dedicated to cyber security and disinformation threats. Marius Parescius shared advice on everyday cyber risks, ransomware, phishing, password managers and two-factor authentication.

The event also connected cyber hygiene with information resilience: participants discussed how to recognise disinformation, verify sources and limit unnecessary sharing of personal information online.

Advice highlighted by the seminar

  • Keep operating systems and software updated.
  • Use unique passwords and a password manager.
  • Turn on two-factor authentication for important accounts.
  • Check information sources before sharing emotionally charged content.

Source: AkmenÄ—s rajono savivaldybÄ—, 2024-10-22