Is your business at risk?
There are many cyber threats, and it’s very difficult to get a sense of the magnitude of them. Whether it’s really to undermine your business or simply to use your IT resources for another purpose, your environment is constantly under attack. In order to protect your business from these hazards, it is first necessary to understand their sources. Then, familiarize yourself with the various tools available to you in order to enjoy a more secure computing environment.
Different threats to watch.
A computer can be contaminated in many ways. Spam is an unwanted email that usually contains advertising. However, some of these messages can pose a threat. Phishing is the act of deceiving the recipient by luring them to fake sites where their password and other confidential information will be retrieved. It is also possible to contaminate a company’s computer equipment by downloading files or software updates from unprotected computers or websites, as well as from any unaudited external devices.
The tools at your service.
While no method is foolproof, there are many ways you can protect your company’s IT environment. Install routers first, to better control the incoming and outgoing ports of your network, as well as firewalls, which will filter traffic and block some websites. Also provide your devices with antivirus software and your mail system with a spam filter. In addition, it is important to establish a security policy within your company. Make sure you manage access to your shared file directories and choose good passwords, ideally containing uppercase, lowercase, numbers and symbols.
It's better to be safe than sorry
Equally important is the implementation of a recovery solution. In case of data loss, for example, make sure not only to back up all your essential data, but also to test the reliability of it. It is recommended to sync your data in the cloud, using a secure cloud service provider. Have a succession plan in place in the event of a disaster or loss of computer equipment. Creating a replica of your machines and servers, backed up on the cloud, helps avoid any loss of hardware-based data.
Expert’s advice
According to Dominic Martine, co-owner of Commtech, it is essential to know the various threats that circulate, such as malware, phishing attempts and networks of zombie machines (computers infected, for malicious purposes, by a worm or a Trojan horse, which then attack other computers) and regularly update their knowledge as these threats evolve rapidly. To protect your IT environment, contact a specialized firm. They will test their safety, both from the outside and from the inside, then provide you with a safety audit and help you develop an action plan to prevent hazards.