{"id":95304,"date":"2019-05-22T12:43:22","date_gmt":"2019-05-22T19:43:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/securingtomorrow.mcafee.com\/?p=95304"},"modified":"2025-08-29T02:18:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T09:18:20","slug":"summer-travel-security-tips-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/mobile-security\/summer-travel-security-tips-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Things You Need to Know About Summer Cybersecurity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The summer season is quickly approaching. Users will take to the skies, roads, and oceans to travel throughout the world for a fun family adventure. But just because users take time off doesn\u2019t mean that their security should. So, with the season\u2019s arrival, we decided to conduct a survey so to better understand users\u2019 cybersecurity needs, as well as help them leave their cybersecurity woes behind while having some fun in the sun. That\u2019s why we asked our users what they are <a href=\"https:\/\/protectwhatmatters.online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">most concerned about during the summer<\/a>, so we can help them protect what really matters. Let\u2019s see what they had to say.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Sharing the Fun <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to vacations, we\u2019re constantly taking and sharing snaps of amazing memories. What we don\u2019t plan on sharing is the metadata embedded in each photo that can give away more than we intended. In fact, from our research we found that people are 3x more likely to be concerned about their Social Security number being hacked than their photos. Given the risk a compromised SSN poses for the potential of identity theft, it\u2019s no surprise that respondents were more concerned about it. However, to keep the summer fun secure, it\u2019s also important to keep travel photos private and only share securely.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Flying Safely and Securely<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>From a young age, we have been taught to keep our Social Security number close to the chest, and this is evident in how we protect SSNs. As a matter of fact, 88% of people would be seriously worried if their Social Security number was hacked. The best way to keep a Social Security number secure this summer \u2013 don\u2019t share it when purchasing plane tickets or managing travel reservations. All you need to provide is a credit card and passport.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Making Smartphone Security #1 <\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While on the go, travelers are often keenly aware of how exposed they are physically when carrying around credit cards, passports, suitcases, gadgets and more. However, they also need to think about securing their digital life, particularly their handheld devices. To keep personal photos protected while traveling this summer season, smartphone security must be a top priority. With nearly 40% of respondents concerned about sensitive personal photos being hacked, jet setters need to be proactive about security, not reactive. In fact, we\u2019re reminded of just how important this fact is as we enter the month of June, Internet Safety Month. Just like your laptop or router, it\u2019s vital to protect the personal data stored within a smartphone.<\/p>\n<p>In order to help you stay secure this season, let\u2019s put your travel security knowledge to the test.<\/p>\n<p>[os-widget path=&#8221;\/mcafee\/summer-travel-security-quiz&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The summer season is quickly approaching. 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