Security Alerts

Federal Government’s Cybersecurity Homepage. Click a topic to follow a link to find out more.

Threats

• Protecting Against Ransomware
• Protecting Against Malicious Code
• Securing Voter Registration Data
• Handling Destructive Malware
• Dealing with Cyberbullies
• Understanding Denial-of-Service Attacks
• Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks
• Preventing and Responding to Identity Theft

Email and Communication

• Staying Safe on Social Networking Sites
• Understanding Digital Signatures
• Using Caution with Email Attachments
• Reducing Spam

General Information

• What is Cybersecurity?
• Guidelines for Publishing Information Online

General Security Information

• Proper Disposal of Electronic Devices
• Defending Against Illicit Cryptocurrency Mining Activity
• Securing Network Infrastructure Devices
• Securing the Internet of Things
• Home Network Security
• Preparing for Tax Season
• Keeping Children Safe Online
• Understanding Firewalls for Home and Small Office Use
• Good Security Habits

Mobile Devices

• Privacy and Mobile Device Apps
• Holiday Traveling with Personal Internet-Enabled Devices
• Cybersecurity for Electronic Devices
• Using Caution with USB Drives
• Securing Wireless Networks

Privacy

• Supplementing Passwords
• Protecting Your Privacy
• Choosing and Protecting Passwords

Below is a list of FREE Anti-Virus software programs (some may also have options for paid services as well). Please note, VTel is not directly affiliated with any of the following companies. VTel does not receive a commission or compensation for your participation in these Anti-Virus software companies. We have listed these companies due to their strong reputations in the cybersecurity field. We encourage you to do choose the best provider for your own specific needs.

• Avast Free Antivirus
• AVG Antivirus FREE
• Bitdefender Antivirus Free
• Comodo Antivirus