Most businesses are online in some way or another, and some businesses operate entirely online. No matter how online your business is, if you do operate online you need to ensure you are doing so in a secure manner. There are many cyber threats out there and if you don’t have proper security methods in place, you could fall victim.
This is especially important for businesses that collect consumer data. There is nothing that breaks a users trust in a company more than know their data has been compromised. The good news is that there is a lot you can do to ensure that your business is secure online.
However, you do need to realise that it is not just one person’s job, but also the job of every single person within the company. For example, if an employee is connected to the office Wi-Fi and clicks on a malicious link in an email, hackers could have the ability to get through to other computers or data through that Wi-Fi.
With more people online now than ever, it has never been more important to ensure that the cyber security practices you have in place within your company are updated and relevant to your: current situation. So, have a read on below at some of the ways you can make your business more secure online:
Data Backup
Have you ever started an assignment but you computer froze half way through and when you finally get your computer going again you realise that all the work you have done is gone because you forgot to save your work? It’s a terrible feeling, but it would certainly be a lot worse if this were your company’s data and information.
This is why it is so important to ensure you backup your data on a regular basis. Not only will this help if you have computer issues, but it will also assist if you are the victim of a cyber attack. You should also ensure on a regular basis that you have the ability to restore the data from your backup server.
Invest in Blockchain Development
Blockchain development involves a decentralised digital ledger that has the ability to save many transactions on computers right around the world. A blockchain development company in Sydney can assist in improving your business’s security as well as helps to quicken the all-important exchange of information.
Always Use Multi-Factor Authentication
You probably have seen more of this popping up lately, and while it can be annoying to use multi-factor authentication, it is very important to ensure your business stays as secure as possible.
A multi-factor authentication usually requires two methods of signing in so you have the ability to access your account. It would typically require your password as normal, as well as a one time code that would be sent through to your email or mobile phone.
Secure Network and Devices
This covers a broad range of things, but most importantly includes ensuring you update your software when there is an update available. Sometimes, updates can include critical security improvements, and this is something that you don’t want to miss out on, so make sure you have your automatic updates turned on.
You should also consider installing security software as well. Look for quality and well known software’s that include anti-spyware, anti-virus and anti-spam components. It is also a good idea to use a VPN (virtual private network) as well, a VPN ensure that what you do online is every more secure by encrypting information you are uploading or downloading online.