How to Protect your Business from Cyber Crimes

Latest Global Ransomware attack was a wake-up call for many businesses who still take their data security less seriously. Small businesses, unlike medium and large enterprises, have limited resources available to protect themselves. Therefore, as a result, they are the worst hit by ransomware attacks. Many people ask us a very simple question.

“How can they protect business from cyber-attacks? And how can they enhance data security by spending less on It. "

Nothing can be more important for businesses when you know Ransomware like WannCry can hit anytime and become a global pandemic.

First of all, every business should remember one hard truth about data security

No single security solution, best practice, and security strategy can provide your business ultimate or complete protection to your data.

Therefore, an appropriate strategy to deal with security issues is a multi-tiered approach that includes proactive maintenance, monitoring, data encryption, data backup, security policy employees educations, common sense and awareness, all work together to provide the optimum level of security.

Here, we have discussed our top strategies for protecting businesses from cybercriminals.

Few of them can be applied immediately while others will need professional help.

• Automated Regular Software Updates and Security Patches are important.

Hundreds of thousands of dollars are lost every year to Ransomware attacks. While in most cases regular security patches and updates are the solution for this problem.

Companies who had their systems updated recently with Microsoft`s released latest security patches were protected against recent Wanna Cry ransomware. Therefore, you must have trusted IT administrator who can “looking after” software updates and security patches in your organization. This best practice can provide your protection against most of the Ransomware attacks and other hacking attacks. If you don’t have your own IT department or IT administrator in your organization you can always contact us and discussed the possibility to sign a contract with us to look after your IT needs.

• Implement AntiSpam, AntiVirus, Antimalware Solutions.

You should consider constructing a proactive security layer with antispam, Antivirus and Antimalware solutions. This should be part of your overall network strategy. Never forget to take care of all your devices. A simple security whole in any device can be enough for hackers to gain control over your systems and network. The antispam solution will protect you against spamming as most of the Ransomware attacks are spread through spamming hence Antivirus and Antimalware solutions are essential to protect your system.

• Train your Employees to be Vigilant, identify and avoid suspicious emails and Fake Websites.

Basic level of security awareness and training to identify phishing email is need of everyone today. As an entrepreneur, it's your responsibility to provide your employees IT security related training. Therefore, they can identify the risks and avoid opening any suspicious phishing emails and website. You must also make sure all of your employees are vigilant about security issues and know how to behave online with security perspective.

• Regular Backup is Essential.

If Wanna Cry and other ransomware attacks have taught us a lesson that is there is always a way out of trouble and it's always a good idea to be proactive in taking measures to protect our self against current and future threats. Regular Backup is no more an option but has become an essential need for every business. However, you must not make a mistake while relying on one type of data backup. You must always take at least two backups one should be local and other one offsite.  This data backup should also be tested for recovery on a regular basis. Make data backup a part of your business continuity and disaster recovery planning. With regular backup and recovery testing, you can be assured that your data is protected and can be recovered when needed. if you need data backup solutions you can contact us.

• Implement Information Security Policy.

Many organizations make a mistake while dealing with information security issues in an unorganized way. Your information security policy should be aligned with your organizational goals it should be part of your overall IT planning for business growth. This will require the involvement of senior management. Develop and implement information security policy based on best practices and let your employees follow the rules as mentioned in this policy.

By following all previously discussed best practices and implementing information security strategies you can be assured of having adequate proactive security measures to protect your organization from future attacks.  

If you are concerned with the security of your business-critical information and need help in protecting your IT infrastructure, then you may contact us at +971 4 33 82 500 for a free consultation.