In a world where personal data is an extremely valuable commodity, protecting that data is a top concern for individuals and businesses of all sizes. A single breach can expose customers to identity theft, as well as other financial damage, and it can expose businesses to fines, reputational damage, and even lawsuits. There are many ways to safeguard your personal information and avoid hacking.
TAKE STOCK
Review the amount of sensitive information your company stores in computer files and on servers and come up with a plan to protect it only for until it is absolutely necessary. This could include taking inventory of devices that record personal information, including PIN pads and security cameras and the identification of computer connections to external sources, such as the internet, computers utilized by service providers to help support your network or digital copiers.
SCALE DOWN
Limit access to sensitive data only to those who need it. This minimizes the risk of the threat of an insider attack or loss from hackers. Pro tip: Apply a principle called least privilege. New accounts should be given the lowest level of access to sensitive data and increase that privilege as the account grows in seniority or the requirement for employment grows.
LOCK IT
Passwords must be secure and complex. Easy-to-guess passwords can be hacked, and used for an unauthorised access within a matter of minutes. Also, don’t send passwords in plain text via e-mail and be sure to encrypt any data that contains confidential or private information.
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