As Halloween draws near, many of us are gearing up for spooky traditions like scary movies, ghost tours, and haunted houses.
But there’s another fright to keep in mind this October—ever-looming cybersecurity threats. With National Cybersecurity Awareness Month upon us, it’s the perfect time to focus on the many chilling foes lurking in the digital world. From phishing schemes and malware to sophisticated AI-driven social engineering attacks, cybercriminals are more equipped than ever to steal your personal information.
TDS Telecom is here to keep your identity and your devices safe. Here’s how the TDS Internet Security Suite, powered by F-Secure, can protect you and your family from digital dangers:
Real-time antivirus protection
Cyber scams are on the rise, with 85% of people receiving a digital scam attempt in 2023. The rise of artificial intelligence technology has made it possible to easily create convincing attacks for free, allowing scammers to target millions of victims at the same time.
Scammers fool victims by creating fake websites that closely resemble legitimate ones. These fraudulent sites often have URLs that closely resemble real ones, which may go undetected at first glance. Once landing on the page, victims are prompted to log in and enter payment details which get collected and sold to other criminals on the dark web. Alternatively, some pages simply prompt victims to click a link that installs malware on their devices.
While free antivirus software can be effective against basic threats, these services often lack a variety of vital features. TDS Internet Security Suite blocks malicious websites, protecting you and your family from modern threats. The antivirus security software is continually updated to defend against the latest threats, allowing you to browse, shop, and work online with confidence.
Mobile device protection
Phishing attempts are also targeted towards a large, often vulnerable demographic—smartphone users. While 82% of all phishing sites now target mobile devices, only one in four Americans use smartphone antivirus solutions. Luckily, TDS Internet Security Suite offers this valuable protection.
Browsing and banking protection
Your personal data is vulnerable to phishing attempts and unsecured websites, but the TDS Internet Security Suite has you covered. The suite’s virtual private network (VPN) encrypts your online activity, protecting your sensitive information from cyber criminals. This VPN protects your personal data when browsing the web on a laptop or mobile device on an unsecure connection, like at a local coffee shop, for example.
The suite also provides an added layer of security during online banking sessions, ensuring your sensitive financial data stays secure. Banking Protection cuts off potentially suspicious connections when logging into your online bank portal.
Family-friendly protection
The suite also provides parents with peace of mind. With parental controls, you can easily manage what your children can access online, block inappropriate content, and set screen time limits to create a safer digital environment for your household.
Identity theft protection
The ID Monitoring feature constantly watches over your personal data. If any of your online accounts is compromised, you will receive an alert with instructions on how to secure each type of data potentially exposed.
With TDS Internet Security Suite, you can rest assured knowing your personal data is well-protected—for just $4.95 per month! Check out the suite and other available TDS internet service enhancements: https://tdstelecom.com/shop/internet-services/enhancements.html
