Use Table 2.6 to conduct a security self-assessment. Identify specific follow-up actions you need to take. 

Data in Table 2.6

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Security assessment question Do you have the most current version of your computer's operating system installed? Do you have the most current version of firewall, antivirus, and malware software installed? Do you install updates to all your software when you receive notice that a new update is available? Do you use different, strong passwords for each of your accounts and applications-a minimum of 12 characters, with a mix of capital and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters? Are you familiar with and do you follow your organization's policies for accessing cor- porate Web sites and applications from your home or remote locations (e.g., access via a VPN)? Have you set the encryption method to WPA2 and changed the default name and password on your home wireless router? When using a free, public wireless network, do you avoid checking your email or accessing Web sites requiring a username and password? Do you refrain from clicking on a URL in an email from someone you do not know? Do you back up critical files to a separate device at least once a week? Are you familiar with and do you follow your organization's policies regarding the storage of personal or confidential data on your device? Does your device have a security passcode that must be entered before it accepts further input? Have you installed Locate My Device or similar software in case your device is lost or stolen? Do you make sure not to leave your device unattended in a public place where it can be easily stolen? Have you reviewed, and do you understand the privacy settings that control who can see or read what you do on Facebook and other social media sites? Yes No