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Secure Video Conferencing
Secure video conferencing is the use of webcams and conferencing tools in a protected setup, ensuring encrypted communication, preventing unauthorized access, and safeguarding participants’ voice, video, and data.
- Privacy violation: Your image or conversations may be recorded without your knowledge.
- Blackmail risks: Photos or videos can be used to extort money.
- Data leaks: Sensitive personal or professional details from virtual meetings can be exposed.
- Meeting exploitation: Unauthorized access can lead to stolen data or disruptions to your work.
Example: Your virtual mStay Responsible: Follow and Share CSC Contenteeting may be recorded without your knowledge, with images or conversations later used for blackmail or to leak sensitive information.
- Switch on your camera only when needed and use blur or background filters.
- Cover your webcam when not in use.
- Create a new meeting link for every session, add a password, and enable waiting rooms.
- Keep your device updated and avoid clicking suspicious links.
- Use a trusted VPN for added security.
Your support can make a significant impact in building a secure digital future for everyone:
- Staying informed is key to protecting yourself and your loved ones from online threats.
- Follow our social media channels and website for regular updates on cybersecurity best practices.
Promote online safety for families, businesses, and the community by spreading this knowledge.
How to protect yourself:
- Switch on your camera only when needed and use blur or background filters.
- Cover your webcam when not in use.
- Create a new meeting link for every session, add a password, and enable waiting rooms.
- Keep your device updated and avoid clicking suspicious links.
- Use a trusted VPN for added security.
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