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Social Media Privacy

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Social media privacy refers to the protection of personal information shared on social platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. This includes controlling who can see your posts, personal details, and online activities.
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What is it?

Social media privacy refers to the protection of personal information shared on social platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. This includes controlling who can see your posts, personal details, and online activities.

How it can impact you
  • Identity theft: Hackers can steal personal information for fraudulent purposes.
  • Cyberstalking: Oversharing can expose you to unwanted attention and harassment.
  • Financial fraud: Sharing too much personal data can lead to scams or financial exploitation.
What you need to do to protect yourself?
  1. Review and adjust privacy settings on social platforms.
  2. Avoid sharing sensitive personal information online.
  3. Use strong, unique passwords for your accounts.
  4. Be cautious when accepting friend requests from strangers.
  5. Enable two-factor authentication for an extra layer of security.
  6. Regularly monitor your account activity for suspicious actions.
Stay Responsible: Follow and Share CSC Content

Your support can make a significant impact in building a secure digital future for everyone:

  1. Staying informed is key to protecting yourself and your loved ones from online threats.
  2. Follow our social media channels and website for regular updates on cybersecurity best practices.
  3. Promote online safety for families, businesses, and the community by spreading this knowledge.
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Protect yourself
  1. Review and adjust privacy settings on social platforms.
  2. Avoid sharing sensitive personal information online.
  3. Use strong, unique passwords for your accounts.
  4. Be cautious when accepting friend requests from strangers.
  5. Enable two-factor authentication for an extra layer of security.
  6. Regularly monitor your account activity for suspicious actions.

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Policies & Resources

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UAE Information Assurance Standard

The UAE Information Assurance (IA) Standard is a nationally recognized framework designed to enhance the security and resilience of critical information infrastructure across the United Arab Emirates.

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National Cyber Security Governance Framework

The UAE is investing heavily in cyber security, using technology and skill to combat threat actors in the cyber domain, foster trust and confidence in the UAE’s digital ecosystem, and safeguard its cyberspace.

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National Vulnerability Disclosure Policy

The UAE Cyber Security Council's mission is to protect critical systems from vulnerabilities and secure sensitive data of government entities and CIIs from misuse and unauthorized disclosure.

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