Cyber Security
First of all, what is cybersecurity?
Cyber security, according to the definition of Definition.de, is a discipline that is responsible for protecting the integrity and privacy of information stored in a computer system. However, it is worth clarifying that there is no technique to ensure the inviolability of a system.
It can also be defined as the combination of steps that a business or individual takes to protect himself, as well as important data, from an attack or unauthorized access. These steps may include several different action elements. Below we include a list of those that we consider to be essential in the process of solidifying as much as possible the cyber security of you and / or your business. However, it is important to clarify that cybersecurity is constantly evolving, since thanks to technological advances, new ways always appear to obviate the security controls that one can install. This is why you always have to keep up with the most effective technology, within the levels that your business needs.
5 Steps You Must Take to Protect Your Business
1. Identify your technology and key data. You should know what "software" is being used to track important data and on what equipment that "software" is being stored. We recommend that you write the detailed information of your “hardware” and “software”, such as the serial number and any supporting information to be able to respond in case of an emergency. Another aspect in which business owners may fail to protect is on their inventory list. Ideally, the inventory should be reviewed monthly and every time a copy is reviewed it should be stored in multiple locations.
2. Protect your data by implementing security measures. There are several steps you can take to reduce the risk of having a cyber attack. These steps include creating a copy of all your files, using unique passwords, keeping your “software” up to date and making sure that all electronic equipment you have is protected by a password.
3. Detect threats or compromised data. Pay attention to safety-related alerts and train your employees to detect these alerts so that they immediately report them to the appropriate staff. You can further investigate security threats by:
- Monitor network traffic, looking for unusual patterns
- Analyze the health of your disk for potential storage problems
- Check and identify if there are alert messages that have been blocked by email filters
4. Respond quickly to the attack. Create a rapid response strategy for attacks so that your business can continue to operate, even if they are going through a cyber attack. At this time you will use all the information you copied on a separate device. Then you will contact the specialist you selected to respond to an incident of this nature; You will also contact legal professionals.
5. Recover by reassessing the technological security of your computer. Consider implementing a more detailed strategic recovery plan than you had before. Also, investigate if you have to notify your customers, like other related people, about the violation of collected data. The state or federal government dictates the notification requirements in the case of a violation of collected data. Therefore, they should be used as a reference for more information and address if you find yourself in this situation.
How much do you really know about computer security or IT?
HERE you will find an article from the International University of Valencia with more information.