Washington and Holmes Extension shares cyber safety advice
An October 14 UF/IFAS Extension article offers account-security and scam-awareness tips during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
What the record says
Judy Corbus, Extension's family and consumer sciences agent for Washington and Holmes counties, urges readers to examine unexpected messages, unfamiliar senders and pressure to act before following links. The article recommends different passwords for each account, multifactor authentication and current device software.
Source details and supporting locations.
Practical next step
Review security settings and watch for unfamiliar transactions, bills for accounts you did not open and unexpected account alerts. The article links to federal consumer-protection resources for more help.
Limits and what is not established
This article provides general prevention guidance. A suspicious message or account alert needs its own verification.
Sources checked October 18, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
Original sources
UF/IFAS Extension Washington County: original information