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IA essential for cyber security

75th Air Base Wing Public Affairs · Be aware of people eavesdropping when retrieving Social engineering can result not only in the disclo-
messages from smartphones or other media sure of sensitive government information, but also in
HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah -- Information As- identify theft.
surance, or IA, education is important for keeping the Social Engineering Tips
military and civilian workforce up to speed in the con- Social engineers use telephone surveys, e-mail mes- To protect your identity:
stantly evolving cyberspace environment. sages, Websites, text messages, automated phone calls, · Ask how information will be used before giving it out
and in-person interviews. · Pay attention to credit card and bank statements
IA is a critical piece of cyber security, which encom- To protect against social engineering: ·Avoid common names or dates for passwords
passes computer security, communications security · Do not participate in telephone surveys and PINs
and emissions security. All network users are required · Do not give out personal information · Pick up mail promptly
to complete information assurance training annually · Do not give out computer or network information · Shred personal documents
for continued access to the network. · Do not follow instructions from unverified personnel · Refrain from carrying SSN card and passport
·Document interaction: o Verify the identity of · Order credit report annually
The following IA measures serve as a reminder to all individuals To respond to identity theft if it occurs:
users in guarding against malicious activity toward · Write down phone number · Contact credit reporting agencies
DOD’s information networks: · Take detailed notes · Contact financial institutions to cancel accounts
· Contact your security POC or help desk · Monitor credit card statements for unauthor-
Situational Awareness Tips · Report cultivation contacts by foreign nationals ized purchases
To avoid being targeted by adversaries: Insider Threat Tips · Report crime to the local law enforcement
· Remove your security badge after leaving your Insider Threats are threats from people who Tips for Teleworking
workstation have access to the organization’s information sys- · Obtain permission from your organization
· Don’t talk about work outside your workspace un- tems and may cause loss of physical inventory, · Follow your organization’s guidance to telework
less it is a specifically designated public meeting envi- data, and other security risks. · Use authorized equipment and software and follow
ronment and is controlled by the event planners To protect against the insider threat: your organization’s policies
· Even inside a closed work environment, be care- · Be alert to and report any suspicious activity or behavior · Perform telework in a dedicated area at home
ful when discussing classified or sensitive information, · Be alert to and report potential security incidents · Don’t remove classified documents from your
such as PII or PHI, as people without a need-to-know Identity Theft Tips workspace
may be present
· Avoid activities that may compromise situ-
ational awareness

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