Kick Off the New Year with These Simple Cybersecurity Resolutions

It's a new year, and while many of us are focused on resolutions like improving our health and finances, cybersecurity should also be top of mind. Recently, I sat down with Chris Pierson of BlackCloak, who helps high-profile folks protect their cybersecurity. Pierson shared tips everyone can take to stay safe online.

Here's your cybersecurity checklist for 2025:

• Consider freezing your credit: Protect yourself from identity theft.

• Enable two-factor authentication: Secure your important accounts. Mentioned: Google and Microsoft Authenticator apps and 2FAS.

• Learn to spot scams: Don't fall victim to clever tactics.

• Establish a safe word: Verify identities and prevent deepfake scams.

• Use a password manager: Because, let's face it, you won't remember multiple unique, complex passwords!