Ep 75 Protect your net worth online

Description

This week Jerry speaks with guest Kenneth Okereafor, an esteemed cybersecurity expert, to shed light on protecting ourselves online.

They discussed the concept of Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) and how cybercriminals take advantage of vulnerabilities.

Kenneth emphasized the importance of safeguarding personal information online, especially in the banking sector, by taking ownership and implementing multiple layers of security like biometrics.

Kenneth also highlighted the dangers of falling victim to phishing scams and the importance of being aware and not sharing sensitive information with unknown sources.

If you are interested in cybersecurity and looking to learn more, you can check out Kenneth’s book, “Cybersecurity in the COVID-19 Pandemic.”

02:04 - Safeguarding Personal Information Online

05:06 - Importance of Biometrics in Security

06:59 - Importance of Reviews and Ratings

07:31 - Outsmarting Scammers

11:16 - Two-Factor Authentication and Biometrics

15:37 - Understanding Advanced Persistent Threats

20:52 - Importance and Functionality of VPNs

23:41 - Protection Against Phone Scammers

29:31 - Overview of Social Engineering

36:06 - Risks of Taking Online Surveys

46:51 - Availability of the Book and Author Contact Information