Will I know what to do if I get hacked? Video

Ever wondered what to do if you get hacked? This video breaks down crucial steps to take immediately when facing a cyber attack. Learn why shutting down your device is vital, how to protect your passwords, and the importance of acting fast to minimize damage. Equip yourself with essential security knowledge—don't leave your data at risk!

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I must immediately turn off my device and report the incident.

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True,

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it's a good reflex.

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Turning off the device prevents the attack from continuing.

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Data exfiltration,

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spreading on the network,

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etc.

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Then the incident must be reported to a professional

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or a competent service to limit the consequences.

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The first thing to do is change all my passwords as soon as I suspect a hacking.

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False.

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Changing your passwords is important,

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but not necessarily the first thing to do.

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If your device is infected,

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the new passwords can also be captured.

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You must first secure the environment and then change them from a safe device.

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I do not need to react immediately if I get hacked.

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There is no immediate danger.

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False.

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Most of the time,

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time works against you.

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The longer you wait,

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the more hackers can access your data,

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bypass your protections,

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or worsen the damage.

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Reacting quickly can prevent data loss,

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fraud,

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or the spread of the attack.

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So no,

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in the event of hacking,

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you shouldn't improvise.

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You need to react quickly and in the right order.

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