October means that fall is in full swing, and cybersecurity threats could be lurking just around the corner. For cybersecurity awareness month Pacific Office Automation wants to bring attention to what you can be doing as a business and personally to keep yourself safe from any cyber-attacks.
Cybersecurity is the practice of continuously protecting your digital environment and all that encompasses including your networks, devices, internal data, and external data. At POA we understand the importance of keeping you and your client’s data safe. Whether you are in the healthcare, nonprofit, government, or professional services industry, we have the answers to your ever-changing IT needs.
After speaking with our experienced IT team, we have compiled a list of mitigation strategies
For Businesses:
- Enroll your employees in security awareness trainings, the biggest threat to your cyber safety is uneducated users
- Require multi-factor authentication; this provides an extra layer of security if your password is compromised.
- Set up a spam filter and add cloud to cloud backups, this can stop issues before they have a chance to start
For Yourself:
- Don’t click on any unfamiliar links or emails
- If you do click on something you feel isn’t right, let your IT department know immediately
- If you are texted or emailed about something related to money, pick up your phone and call the organization that you received the message from
Cybersecurity is not a one size fit all, nor is it a process that you can neglect. Consistent monitoring and education are what can help your business stay safe this spooky season.
Pacific Office Automation has managed risk, detection, response, and cloud monitoring services custom tailored to you and your company needs. If you are feeling tricked by your current IT services, treat yourself to a consultation with Pacific Office Automation. https://www.pacificoffice.com/technology-solutions/cyber-security/