Companies of all sizes and industries are vulnerable to a data breach, and there are many channels through which cyber criminals can work. You don’t have to be a sitting duck; by identifying risks and implementing the right technology and/or managed services, you can prevent your company from becoming a statistic.
One of the easiest ways for hackers to get into a network is to simply sound out emails with malicious links in them. These phishing scams, despite being discussed thoroughly, are still successful because users get duped into opening suspicious links. Managing these risks is as easy as implanting educational programming that warns users of the telltale signs of a phishing scam.
But not all data breach attempts are as easy to prevent. User error is a fallacy of the ignorant, but even the most tech-minded can make mistakes. For example, misconfiguring assets is a technical negligence scenario that can grant access to cyber criminals, which leads to a data breach. Making sure all anti-virus solutions are updated can help prevent these breaches, but care must also be taken in configuring firewalls and installing intrusion detection systems.
The list of attacks so far in 2023 has been significant, but that doesn’t mean you have to play a reactionary role. You can do your part to be proactive and prevent breaches from occurring at your organization.
5 Tips for Better Protection
Ensuring that your users are educated and your IT staff is on top of updates and properly configuring assets are both important aspects of preventing breaches, but consider the following cyber security tips:
- Investigate new and robust endpoint security solutions
- Make users accountable for their online actions
- Enhance firewall security
- Prioritize cyber security in your overall business continuity strategy
- Partner with an expert on security solutions
Knowing all the latest enhancements in cyber security and data breach protection solutions is only one part of what an internal IT team does. This means they may lack the necessary time to invest in protecting your data. Outsourcing assistance can be of great value, especially in today’s climate where cyber criminals seem to always have the upper hand. You need seasoned experts on your side to evaluate your workflow and match technology to your unique needs.
When you partner with Safari Solutions, you get an expert that knows how to choose technology that works for you. Our team of technology advisors is committed to our clients, enabling them to move forward with their projects. Our advisory services are a perfect match for companies looking to prevent a data breach from impacting their day-to-day activities. Contact us and learn more about our cyber security strategies.
