About our SID activities

• Protected by security software: A powerful security solution is part of the basic equipment of any web-enabled computer. This should not only include virus protection but also a spam filter, firewall and real-time protection against online threats.
   
• Close software security holes: You should use updates to ensure that the operating system, software and apps you use are always fully up to date. This will help users close security holes that criminals could otherwise exploit for attacks.
   
• Send it straight to the digital recycle bin: Delete spam email immediately and avoid opening any embedded links or file attachments under any circumstances.
   
• Change passwords: Users should periodically change passwords for online user accounts held with stores or social networks, and use a unique password for each portal. A strong password consists of a random sequence of uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers. When managing passwords, a Password Manager can come in useful.
   
• Back up data: Users should back up all important data so it can be restored after a system crash or infection. Comprehensive security solutions frequently contain a backup module.
   
• Children's safety on the internet: Parents should teach their children how to use the internet safely. Parental controls help them achieve that and prevent their offspring from accessing websites related to drugs, violence and sex.

• Install a security solution: A security app is part of the basic equipment for Android smartphones and tablets as well. The application should offer comprehensive protection against malware and malicious apps.
   
• Trustworthy apps: You should only get your applications from trustworthy sources. When choosing apps, you should pay attention to the authorisations they require and think about whether you really need the application.
   
• Only activate Bluetooth and GPS when necessary: Users should only activate wireless services like WLAN, GPS and Bluetooth when they are actually using them and deactivate them again afterwards.
   
• Check security settings: Users should activate the password prompt function and replace standard passwords with personal ones.

• Not everyone is your friend: You should only accept friend requests if you actually know the person behind them.
   
• Beware of short URLs: Abbreviated links can lead to a malware trap. Users should be very careful and ideally not click on URLs from strangers.
   
• Do not reveal too much about yourself: Users of social networks should not reveal too much information about themselves and not publish private information such as postal address or mobile number on their profile.

What we are doing to support the SID 2019 slogan of "Together for a better internet"…

About us

We make your digital life safe: In 1987 we developed the world's first antivirus software. Today, with expertise and innovation, 500 employees in Germany ensure the security of small, large and medium-sized companies, critical infrastructures and millions of private customers all over the world. German criminal authorities benefit from our knowledge and we are in close contact with them. We protect against over 600 million malicious files with a wide range of security solutions and protection mechanisms. We are and will remain independent of political institutions. Our software is the best choice for the security of your systems: our high detection rates are continuously confirmed by independent test institutes. We are available to our customers 24 hours a day. We have been providing security in the digital world for over 30 years.

Additional links/resources

• G DATA security blog