Did you know…
20%
Of business will suffer a cyber breach this year.
43%
Of data breaches targeted small businesses.
97%
Of breaches could be prevented with today’s technology.
More and more businesses are suffering from cyberattacks without knowing they could’ve prevented them.
Since cyberattack strategies and malware are always evolving, it is important to keep your cybersecurity complete and up-to-date.
The following checklist can help you protect yourself and your business from a cyberattack.
Cyber Security Checklist
1 – Cyber Security Assessment
To start, you need to assess where you stand in terms of cybersecurity.
An evaluation will help understand where your strengths and weaknesses are. Then, you can find the best services to protect your business.
2 – Anti-Spam Solution
A trusted and efficient anti-spam service should be your first-line of defense. This program should be working 24/7 to filter out any cyberattack from your email.
3 – Secure Passwords
Most people use the same password across devices. And sometimes, those passwords aren’t changed in years.
Make sure you create strong passwords and continuously change them to keep all accounts safe.
You can implement security policies, such as limit user access, timeouts, etc. for extra security.
4 – Security Awareness Training
Educate your employees- knowledge is power!
Human error is the #1 reason why cyber attacks are successful.
All users should be familiar with how to identify cyber attacks, and how to properly respond to one.
5 – Advanced Endpoint Detection & Response
Applying advanced technology will work 24/7 to monitor and protect your devices. It actively protects against malware, viruses, and potential cyberattacks, such as ransomware.