It is important to keep in mind security measures when traveling. Here is a list of traveling recommendations from when traveling.
Recommendations:
Before you go:
- Update your mobile software.
- Back up your information.
- Use strong PINs and passwords to lock your devices.
While Traveling:
- Keep an eye on your devices at all times –including any USB or external storage devices.
- Make sure that you have them in your carry-on bag.
- Make sure to lock your device when you are not using it.
- Use phone hotspot or company provided hotspot to avoid connecting to public networks. Using your mobile network connection is generally more secure than using a public wireless network.
- Avoid connecting to public networks (such as airport, coffee places, airplanes, restaurants) becuase they are insecure and can allow cyber criminals access to your Internet-enabled devices.
- Use a virtual private network (VPN).
- Do not login to public computers (such as hotel business centers, libraries, and cyber cafes).
- Be sure to confirm the name of the network and exact login procedures with appropriate staff to ensure that the network is legitimate.
- Do not conduct sensitive activities, such as online shopping, banking, or sensitive work, using a public wireless network.
- Only use sites that begin with “https://” when online shopping or banking.
- Use caution when downloading or clicking on any unknown links.