The Postal Service is reminding employees and contractors to keep their USPS-issued mobile devices secure in all work environments.
Smartphones, laptops and tablets are essential tools used at work, at home and while traveling to communicate and access information.
Cybercriminals target these devices through phishing text messages, malicious apps and unsecured Wi-Fi networks. Thieves also try to steal the physical devices.
A compromised or stolen mobile device can expose sensitive information, disrupt operations and negatively impact the Postal Service’s reputation and brand.
To protect from cyberattacks:
• Keep devices updated with the latest operating system and security patches;
• Use a strong PIN and password to lock devices;
• Be cautious of unexpected text messages, emails, QR codes and links that request personal or work-related information;
• Use a smartphone hotspot or a virtual private network instead of public Wi-Fi networks;
• Do not use USPS devices for personal tasks; and
• Keep personal apps and data separate from Postal Service apps and data.
Immediately report lost or stolen USPS devices to the Cybersecurity Operations Center at 866-877-7247 or by emailing cybersafe@usps.gov.
The CyberSafe at USPS Blue and LiteBlue pages have more information.
