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Cybersecurity New Year’s Resolutions
HAPPY NEW YEAR! The Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) wishes you a happy, safe and secure 2023! We are pleased to share seven (7) New Year’s Resolutions that you can adopt to improve your cybersecurity.
Save The Date: Cyber Sharks Capture the Flag Competition 2026
Cyber Sharks Capture the Flag Competition Bahamas is a groundbreaking national cybersecurity challenge for Bahamian youth ages 13–16. Hosted by the National Computer Incident Response
Stay Sharp: Your Phishing and Smishing Survival Kit Body
Cybercriminals are getting smarter but so can you. The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT‑BS) has launched the Phishing and Smishing Survival
Advisory: Beware of Fraudulent NIB Smart Card Renewal Text Scam
CIRT‑BS warns the public about fraudulent messages impersonating the National Insurance Board (NIB). These scams aim to deceive recipients into clicking unsafe links or sharing
Smishing vs Phishing: Understanding the Dual Threat
Cyber‑criminals continue to evolve their tactics, targeting both mobile and desktop users. Smishing uses SMS or messaging apps to lure victims into clicking fraudulent links
Child Online Protection Webinar: A Conversation That Matters
On May 20, 2026, the National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT‑BS) will host the Child Online Protection Webinar, uniting international experts to
Parents: Protect Your Kids on Roblox
Roblox is one of the most popular games in the world, and chances are your child plays it. It’s fun and creative but if left
The Deal on Cyber Monday
Cyber Monday is a great time to score on big deals; however, cyber criminals use this day to try to score big with your wallet
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: The Truth About Software Updates
Those pesky updates. They’re annoying but so critical to do! While, at times, they may seem inconvenient, these updates ensure that your devices and apps
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Now That’s a Red Flag: Watch Out for Phish!
Did you know that one of the most common cyber attacks reported at the National CIRT originate from a phishing attempt that an unlucky victim
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Enable MFA; Disable the Hackers
Last week, we kicked off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, detailing strong passwords as your first line of defence against a cyber attack; this week, we cover
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Use a Strong Password + a Password Manager
Cybersecurity professionals always say it, but it’s true: passwords are your first line of defence against data breaches. Because of this, it is crucial to
Help Secure Our World this Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Welcome to Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an international initiative that educates everyone about online safety and empowers individuals and organisations to protect their data from cybercrime.
Cash or Card? 10 Tips to Outsmart Card Fraud
In its 2022 Annual Report, the Bahamian monetary regulator, Central Bank of The Bahamas, reported over $15M in fraud complaints from debit and credit card
Don’t Get Reeled In! Recognising and Reporting Phishing
Have you ever received an email from a foreigner requesting financial assistance? How about a text message claiming you’ve won a particular prize for a
Spring Forward into Cyber Hygiene
Remember that time changes this Sunday! We move forward one hour. As you take time to update your clocks and declutter your homes this weekend,
Build Better Passwords for Online Security this “Change Your Password Day”
What do your bank, social media, and email accounts share? A password! Passwords are one of the most critical lines of defence against cyber attacks.
Data Privacy Week: 4 Ways to Protect Your Data
So what’s the big deal about privacy, anyway? When you avoid taking measures to take control of your data, you make yourself susceptible to identity theft,
Data Privacy Week: Get Comfortable with Privacy
We may feel despair about how our data is collected and used by our apps and web services—especially as they often request more data than
Data Privacy Week: The Privacy & Convenience Trade-off
Think about the last application you downloaded on your mobile phone. It could be a messaging tool, an engaging social media platform, or even a
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Imagine the chaos of a world where your online financial systems are compromised daily, you have difficulty accessing email accounts when you want to, and