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User passwords
Check whether the passwords of the Windows accounts and routers
configured on the system are easy to guess or not. Setting passwords
that are hard to guess (strong passwords) makes it very difficult for
hackers to break into your system. A strong password includes
uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers and special characters
(such as #, $ or @).
Autoplay
Check the status of the Windows Autorun feature. This feature enables
apps to be automatically started from CDs, DVDs, USB drives or other
external devices.
Some types of threats use Autorun to spread automatically from
removable media to the PC. This is why it is recommended to disable
this Windows feature.
Wi-Fi security
Check if the wireless home network you are connected to is secure
or not, and if it has vulnerabilities. Also, check if the password of your
home router is strong enough, and how you can make it safer.
Most unprotected wireless networks are not secure, thus allowing the
hackers' prying eyes have access to your private activities.
Note
If you turn off monitoring of a specific vulnerability, related issues will no
longer be recorded in the Notifications window.
20.3. Wi-Fi Security Advisor
While on the go, working in a coffee shop, or waiting at the airport, connecting
to a public wireless network for making payments, checking emails or social
network accounts can be the fastest solution. But prying eyes trying to hijack
your personal data can be there, watching how the information leaks through
the network.
Personal data means the passwords and usernames you use to get access
to your online accounts, such as emails, bank accounts, social media
accounts, but also the messages you send.
Usually, public wireless networks are more likely to be unsafe since they do
not require password at login, and if they do, the password could be made
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