\documentclass[10pt,a4paper]{article} % Packages \usepackage{fancyhdr} % For header and footer \usepackage{multicol} % Allows multicols in tables \usepackage{tabularx} % Intelligent column widths \usepackage{tabulary} % Used in header and footer \usepackage{hhline} % Border under tables \usepackage{graphicx} % For images \usepackage{xcolor} % For hex colours %\usepackage[utf8x]{inputenc} % For unicode character support \usepackage[T1]{fontenc} % Without this we get weird character replacements \usepackage{colortbl} % For coloured tables \usepackage{setspace} % For line height \usepackage{lastpage} % Needed for total page number \usepackage{seqsplit} % Splits long words. %\usepackage{opensans} % Can't make this work so far. Shame. 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Switch to any value % from this page to resize cheat sheet text: % www.emerson.emory.edu/services/latex/latex_169.html \footnotesize % Small font. \begin{multicols*}{2} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Why Secure Browsing \& Mobile Use Matters}} \tn \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\{\{fa-check\}\} Protects against financial fraud, identity theft, and account takeover. \newline % Row Count 2 (+ 2) \{\{fa-check\}\} Prevents malware infections from unsafe sites, downloads, and pop-ups. \newline % Row Count 4 (+ 2) \{\{fa-check\}\} Safeguards personal privacy and organizational data. \newline % Row Count 6 (+ 2) \{\{fa-check\}\} Maintains public trust in digital services.% Row Count 8 (+ 2) } \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{x{4 cm} x{4 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Malicious Pop-up ad}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Requires a payment}} & "Does a pop-up ask for payment? Legit sites don't use pop-ups for payments." \tn % Row Count 4 (+ 4) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Provides a phone number to call}} & "Does the pop-up ask you to call a number? Verify it with the official site to avoid fraud." \tn % Row Count 9 (+ 5) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Includes typos, spelling, and grammatical errors}} & "Typos and errors are common signs of online fraud." \tn % Row Count 12 (+ 3) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{{\emph{Example}}: Fake "Windows Firewall Protection" alert}}} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Scareware pop-up}} \tn \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Scareware is a type of online scam that tries to make you believe your device is infected. It usually shows fake warning messages, sometimes with loud or unstoppable audio, to create panic. These messages often include a fake support link or phone number, urging you to call for help. If you do, the scammers may try to trick you into paying money or giving them remote access to your device. In many cases, they will also push you to install supposed "antivirus" or "virus remover" software, which is actually malicious.% Row Count 11 (+ 11) } \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{How to Protect from Scareware}} \newline - Don't install software from unofficial sources. \newline - Don't call numbers in pop-ups. \newline - Use browser pop-up blockers. \newline - Remove with antivirus software. \newline - Contact cybersecurity team.} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Unsafe Websites}} \tn \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Websites with phishing, malware, or unwanted software considered unsafe.% Row Count 2 (+ 2) } \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{{\emph{Risks:}} Malware, ransomware, phishing, identity theft, fraud.}}} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Measures to avoid unsafe websites:}} \tn \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{1) Look for HTTPS:// and padlock in the URL. \newline % Row Count 1 (+ 1) 2) Avoid anonymous proxy sites. (may steal data) \newline % Row Count 2 (+ 1) 3) Avoid risky downloads (torrents, illegal sites). \newline % Row Count 4 (+ 2) 4) Use of Modern browsers, which have filters and security tools that block unsafe websites.% Row Count 6 (+ 2) } \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Pop-up}} \tn \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Pop-up ads appear in new windows while browsing and can be intrusive. Some pop-ups urge people to perform an action by providing false information and they may contain malware or malicious links that could download ransomware or compromise systems.% Row Count 5 (+ 5) } \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Password}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Passwords are the first line of defense for your digital identity. Weak or reused ones can lead to financial fraud, exposure of private data, and account takeovers that can expose critical data.} \tn % Row Count 4 (+ 4) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Password Security \& Best Practices}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{Tips for Strong Passwords}}} \tn % Row Count 1 (+ 1) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Use uppercase + lowercase + numbers + special characters.} \tn % Row Count 3 (+ 2) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Avoid dictionary words/common phrases.} \tn % Row Count 4 (+ 1) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Use long passphrases (easy to remember, hard to guess).} \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 2) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Check strength (e.g., Password Monster).} \tn % Row Count 7 (+ 1) % Row 5 \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Avoid personal info (name, birthday, pet).} \tn % Row Count 8 (+ 1) % Row 6 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Use password manager like 1Password, Bitwarden, Dashlane, LastPass for security} \tn % Row Count 10 (+ 2) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{Best Practices}} \newline \{\{fa-check\}\} Never reuse passwords. \newline \{\{fa-check\}\} Enable MFA. \newline \{\{fa-check\}\} Don't write, email, or text passwords. \newline \{\{fa-check\}\} Don't share passwords. \newline \{\{fa-check\}\} Log out from shared/public computers. \newline \{\{fa-check\}\} Regularly update after breaches. \newline \{\{fa-check\}\} Review/remove unused accounts.} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Social Media \& Online Privacy}} \tn \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Social media connects people and businesses but comes with cybersecurity risks. \newline % Row Count 2 (+ 2) {\bf{Threats and vulnerabilities to take into account:}} \newline % Row Count 4 (+ 2) \{\{counter\}\}) Phishing, malware, identity theft. \newline % Row Count 5 (+ 1) \{\{counter\}\}) Account hijacking via weak passwords or phishing. \newline % Row Count 7 (+ 2) \{\{counter\}\}) Fake job offers \& "get to know me" quizzes (data harvesting). \newline % Row Count 9 (+ 2) \{\{counter\}\}) Impersonation/brand spoofing.% Row Count 10 (+ 1) } \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{Best Practices}} \newline - Strong, unique passwords + MFA. \newline - Adjust privacy settings (limit data exposure). \newline - Think before posting (avoid sharing location, job, travel). \newline - Be selective with connections. \newline - Report fake accounts/suspicious activity. \newline - Stay updated on evolving scams.} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} % That's all folks \end{multicols*} \end{document}