We all know about good hygiene practices for ourselves and our homes, but what about practicing good cybersecurity hygiene? What does the word hygiene mean when applied to a digital context?
When we think of hygiene for cybersecurity it’s the essential items needed to practice the bare minimum in cyber threat prevention, we’re strong advocates for advanced cybersecurity threat prevention and believe you can never be too protected – however these 8 items will in many cases prevent the vast majority of outside threats. As a bonus? The only thing you’ll need to spend to enact these in your business today is a little time.
- Use Strong and Unique Passwords
Implement complex passwords and enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) for added security. We have a guide for what a strong password looks like and how to utilize MFA here. - Regularly Update Software and Systems
Keep your operating systems, applications, and antivirus software up to date to patch vulnerabilities. - Educate Employees on Cybersecurity Best Practices
Train staff on recognizing phishing scams, suspicious emails, and safe browsing habits. Interested in cybersecurity training for your business? Valley Techlogic includes it (at no additional cost) in all of our plans. - Limit Access to Sensitive Data
Implement role-based access controls and grant permissions only to those who need them. - Enable Firewalls and Antivirus Protection
Use firewalls, antivirus programs, and other security tools to prevent unauthorized access. - Backup Data Regularly
Perform frequent backups and store them in secure, off-site locations to prevent data loss from ransomware attacks. - Monitor Network Activity
Use intrusion detection systems and regularly review logs for unusual activity. - Implement Secure Wi-Fi and VPN Usage
Use encrypted Wi-Fi networks and require VPN usage for remote employees to protect data transmission.
Implementing these 8 cybersecurity threat preventions will protect your business from most attacks, but if you’re looking to go a little further below are 4 cybersecurity benefits included with all Valley Techlogic service plans:
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