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👻💻 Debunking Cyber Security Myths: The Truth Behind Digital Safety 🚫🛡️ It's time to clear up some common misconceptions about cybersecurity that could be putting your data at risk: 1️⃣ "I'm not important enough to be a target." 🧐 Think again! Cyber criminals aren't picky. They're after any data they can #exploit, no matter who you are. Hackers breached (2013) Target by exploiting a small HVAC company, stealing 40 million credit card records. No one is too small to be targeted. 2️⃣ "I don't need security software—I browse safely." 🌐 Even trusted sites can be compromised. Don't let invisible threats catch you off guard! The #Equifax breach (2017) #exposed 147 million people’s data due to a web app #vulnerability. Safe browsing isn’t enough without secure software. 3️⃣ "Internet security is too expensive." 💰 The cost of a breach far outweighs the investment in good security. Prevention is cheaper than recovery! Sony’s cyberattack (2014) led to leaked emails and unreleased films, costing millions. The cost of a breach far outweighs preventive security measures. 4️⃣ "My social media is safe; my friends are real." 👥 Cyber crooks love social media. Fake profiles and #scams are just the tip of the iceberg. Be cautious! The Facebook (2018)-Cambridge Analytica scandal showed how fake quizzes and apps can harvest data, even from trusted social media #interactions. 5️⃣ "I'd know if my system was infected." 🚨 Modern #malware is sneaky, often going unnoticed for months. #Protect yourself before it's too late! #Stuxnet, a sophisticated worm (2010), went undetected for over a year, showing that advanced malware can cause damage without immediate detection. Stay vigilant, stay protected, and remember: When it comes to cybersecurity, knowledge is your best defense. 🛡️ #CyberSecurity #MythBusting #DigitalSafety #StaySafeOnline #CyberAwareness #2BInnovation