Did you know that 50% of businesses have suffered from a cyber attack? Remote work is here to stay. Learn how to protect your employee data.
Remote Working is here to stay, protecting sensitive information is crucial. Data breaches are getting sophisticated and disruptive, following a few best practices to mitigate the situation and to continue operation without any major impact is the need of the hour.
Did you know that 50% of businesses have suffered from a cyber attack? and that the average cost is worth $3,200!
As a result, we’ve drafted this quick blog to shed some light on the 13 best practices to handle data breaches in remote support.
A data breach refers to an incident, event or situation when confidential data of customers or businesses is exposed to entities that do not have access to it. A data breach can be intentionally caused by hackers and competitors or can be unintentionally caused due to technological upgrades. When hackers gain access to the private data of businesses, most of the time, they sell it to competitors, businesses, or anyone looking to purchase it, causing serious damage to brands, their customers, employees and other stakeholders. Not only this, but the hackers can also extort money from businesses to not sell it or make it public online.
Preventing cybercrime involves taking proactive measures to protect yourself, your business, and your personal information from cyber threats. Here are some key steps individuals can take to prevent cybercrime:
Ensure employees use complex, unique passwords for each account, supported by password managers for secure storage.
Adding an extra security layer, MFA requires a second identity verification, such as a one-time code from an app or SMS.
Encourage the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to secure internet connections and prevent data interception.
Ensure all work-related devices are regularly updated with the latest security patches to protect against vulnerabilities.
Educate employees on securing their home Wi-Fi with strong passwords and WPA3 encryption to prevent unauthorized access.
Limit data access based on roles, ensuring employees can only access what they need, minimizing risk exposure.
Use remote device management tools to enforce security policies and remotely wipe lost or stolen devices.
Provide ongoing education on security threats, like phishing and social engineering, to keep employees vigilant.
Encourage the use of encrypted file-sharing solutions to protect data in transit and at rest.
Implement continuous monitoring to detect unusual activity, allowing for quick responses to potential breaches.
By partnering with Auxilium ITC, businesses can bolster their remote work security with expert-managed IT support. Auxilium provides comprehensive services, including remote device management, secure file-sharing solutions, and regular software updates, ensuring your remote workforce is protected against data breaches. With Auxilium, you gain peace of mind knowing that your IT infrastructure is managed by professionals dedicated to safeguarding your business’s data.
If you are a business owner who is concerned about cybersecurity, we offer decades of experience in IT to assist you. Contact us today to discuss your options.
