The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), being the nation's premier communications regulatory agency under the Federal Ministry of Communications & Digital Economy is mandated to work with all stakeholders to ensure a secure cyberspace that is safe for the operators and consumers of communications services and infrastructure in Nigeria.
The following details the news, structures, projects and activities being undertaken by the Commission to secure Nigeria's cyberspace.
Projects &
Activities
National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM)
The Month of October is the National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) globally, aimed at raising awareness about cybersecurity, and to provide the public with general knowledge and tools required for online safety.
Consumers are empowered through awareness and sensitization campaigns, by providing information on both the positive and negative potentials available online, and measures required to safeguard themselves and their loved ones.
Security is not reserved for a group of people, it is truly everyone’s business, bringing competence and knowledge to help build a safer and more inclusive information society.
#NCCBeCyberSmart
October 2022
Part II - Banking & Email Safety Tips
Internet Banking Safety Tips
- Never log on to your Internet or Mobile Banking using public WI-FI, your data can easily be stolen my malicious persons using the WI-FI Access.
- Never open your internet banking by clicking a link, rather type in the banks URL manually to avoid being taken to a clone site where your data can easily be stolen.
- Always two-factor authentication password for sensitive data such as your internet banking- This will give you an added layer of security for your data.
- Always have your internet/mobile baking Apps up to date as required.
Email Safety Tips
- Do not open emails from unknown sources. Also, if an email looks suspicious it usually is do not open it.
- Always look out for grammatic typo on the email, this is usually a sign that the email is fake.
- Be careful when u download- Do not open or download attachments from someone you do not know, even if the sender is familiar. This might contain a virus or malware that will infect your device once opened.
- Use Spam filters on your emails, this helps to keep spam emails away from your main inbox.
- Always report any suspicious activities on your email to your organisations IT department, they will advise you accordingly.
Part I - Protecting Your Data Online
How to protect your data Online
Here are a few tips on how to protect your data:
- Backup your data; this helps with retrieving back data when your device is stolen, lost, or compromised.
- Encrypt confidential information.
- Create strong passwords and make it a habit to change it often.
- Install Antivirus and Anti malware protection - this places a security layer for devices.
- Always have your device software up to date.
- Turn off your Bluetooth when not in use, as it can be used by attackers for malicious activities.
- Set up privacy settings on all devices and social media.
- Regularly check and update permissions on applications on all devices.
- Always keep your firewall settings on.
- Do not save passwords on your browser.
- Remember to always lock your devices when they are not in use.
CyberSecurity
Resources
Links
- Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) – https://euc.nsa.gov.ng/
- Nigeria Computer Emergency Response Team (ngCERT) - https://www.cert.gov.ng/
- Forum of Incident Response and Security Team (First) - https://www.first.org/
NCC
CSIRT
NCC Computer Security Incidence Response Team (CSIRT)
The Nigerian Communications Commission has established a CSIRT for the telecommunication industry, the NCC CSIRT will provide its constituency with services and support surrounding the prevention and management of potential cyber security related emergencies.
The Overall function of the NCC CSIRT will be to responding to computer security incidents to regain control and minimize damage, providing or assisting with effective incident response and recovery and inhibiting computer security incidents. The NCC CSIRT Team will collaborate with the National CSIRT (ngCERT) at the office of the National Security Adviser.
CSIRT Incidence Form
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