diff --git a/docs/pages/wallet-security/cold-vs-hot-wallet.mdx b/docs/pages/wallet-security/cold-vs-hot-wallet.mdx index f67707ff..e25d9362 100644 --- a/docs/pages/wallet-security/cold-vs-hot-wallet.mdx +++ b/docs/pages/wallet-security/cold-vs-hot-wallet.mdx @@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ contributors: - role: reviewed users: [Coinspect, patrickalphac] - role: fact-checked - users: [] + users: [0xusmanf] --- import { TagList, AttributionList, ContributeFooter } from '../../../components' @@ -95,6 +95,9 @@ Regardless of the type, non-custodial wallets place the full burden of security - **Online Vulnerabilities**: If the device they are on (computer or phone) is compromised, your assets can be stolen. - **Supply Chain Attacks**: Be cautious of both software and hardware integrity. Always download wallet software from official sources and purchase hardware wallets directly from the manufacturer to avoid receiving a tampered device. +- **Strong Password:** Follow [Strong Password](/opsec/passwords/overview#what-is-a-strong-password) rules. +- **Minimal Auto-Lock Time:** Set auto-lock to 5-15 minutes. Shorter time limit exposure if unattended and reduce how +long decrypted keys stay in memory. ## Further reading diff --git a/docs/pages/wallet-security/for-beginners-and-small-balances.mdx b/docs/pages/wallet-security/for-beginners-and-small-balances.mdx index a0de3049..ed5575cc 100644 --- a/docs/pages/wallet-security/for-beginners-and-small-balances.mdx +++ b/docs/pages/wallet-security/for-beginners-and-small-balances.mdx @@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ tags: - Security Specialist contributors: - role: wrote - users: [pinalikefruit] + users: [pinalikefruit, 0xusmanf] - role: reviewed users: [Coinspect] - role: fact-checked @@ -65,6 +65,16 @@ on specific criteria such as transaction clarity, protection against known threa Using these tools can provide valuable data points to help you assess a wallet's security posture and make an informed decision. +## Security Best Practices + +- **Antivirus Software:** Install antivirus to protect your device from malware attacks. +- **Dedicated Browser Profile:** Use a separate browser profile for wallet and dApp use, isolated from the extensions +and sites you use for general browsing. +- **No Browser Sync:** Keep extensions out of browser sync. Sync can auto-install extensions across devices, so one +malicious extension can spread to every synced device. +- **Minimal Browser Extensions:** Keep extensions to a minimum. Each one is added attack surface, a compromised +extension can script wallet popups and alter or intercept transactions. + ## Further reading - [Wallet Security overview](/wallet-security/overview): how the pages of this framework fit together