Nov '25 • General Discussion
AI and cyber security tips
Stay safe online. Use only trustworthy tools and guidelines for your online safety, especially when using AI. As a former operations manager in cyber security, I share tips on how not to get scammed.
Today - an example from National Cyber Security Centre, UK: highly and nationally significant cyber incidents increased by 48-50% over a year.
🛡️ AI & Cyber Safety Checklist
1. Know What You’re Sharing
✅ Never type private or sensitive information into an AI chat — no real names, addresses, phone numbers, IDs, or financial details.
✅ Avoid pasting entire documents, contracts, or internal data into AI tools unless you are 100% sure they are secure and compliant.
✅ If you must share examples, anonymise them: change names, blur locations, remove identifying details.
✅ Treat AI tools like social media — assume what you type might be stored or viewed by others.
2. Choose Trusted Tools
✅ Use AI platforms from reputable companies with clear privacy policies (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Microsoft, etc.).
✅ Prefer services that let you turn off chat history or opt out of data training.
✅ Be cautious with new, flashy AI apps that promise miracles — they often collect your data.
✅ Avoid downloading unverified browser extensions or desktop “AI assistants” that ask for too many permissions.
3. Protect Your Accounts
✅ Use strong, unique passwords/pass phrases for every AI platform. A secure password/passphrase is at least 16 characters.
✅ Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) wherever possible.
✅ Don’t reuse passwords from email or banking accounts.
✅ Log out from shared computers, and clear chat histories if others can access your device.
4. Watch for AI-Themed Scams
✅ Be sceptical of emails or messages claiming to be from “ChatGPT,” “Microsoft AI,” or “Google AI” asking for money or login details.
✅ Real companies never ask for your password or payment info outside their official websites.
✅ Watch for fake app downloads — use only verified app stores and official sites.
✅ Ignore “AI investment” or “AI trading bot” adverts promising guaranteed returns — 99% are scams.
✅ If unsure, search the company name + “scam” before clicking any link.
5. Secure Your Devices
✅ Keep your operating system, browser, and antivirus software up to date.
✅ Use encrypted Wi-Fi (no public cafés for sensitive work).
✅ Back up important files regularly — ransomware can happen anywhere.
✅ Use browser privacy settings to block third-party cookies and tracking.
6. Protect Your Users & Clients
✅ Never input or upload student, client, or patient data into public AI tools.
✅ If you work with others’ data, store it on secure local or cloud drives (e.g. encrypted Google Drive or OneDrive for Business).
✅ Inform users if AI is used and how their data is handled.
✅ Have a basic Data Protection Statement explaining what you do and don’t collect.
7. Recognise Social Engineering
✅ Scammers can impersonate voices, faces, or writing styles with AI.
✅ Always verify requests for money, documents, or “urgent actions” through a second channel (call, known email, or in person).
✅ Remember: urgency + secrecy = red flag.
8. Mind Your Digital Footprint
✅ Avoid posting screenshots of your AI conversations that reveal personal info.
✅ Don’t copy-paste prompts or answers containing sensitive data into public forums.
✅ Think before sharing: AI outputs can be unique to you and might expose more than you realise.
9. Review Permissions Regularly
✅ Check your AI apps’ access permissions — camera, microphone, files.
✅ Revoke access for apps or plugins you no longer use.
✅ Delete your data or chats if the tool allows it.
10. Stay Updated & Educated
✅ Follow trusted cybersecurity sources.
✅ Stay alert for new scams involving deepfakes, fake job offers, or “AI side hustle” schemes.
✅ Make cybersecurity a weekly habit, not a yearly panic.
⚡ Quick Summary: The 5 Cyber-Smart Rules
- Think before you share.
- Use only trusted tools.
- Protect your accounts.
- Verify suspicious messages.
- Keep everything updated.
Cyber Action Toolkit - a safe free UK tool to protect small businesses: https://cybertoolkit.service.ncsc.gov.uk/
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