In a world where personal information has become a vital commodity security is an essential concern for all individuals and businesses of all sizes. One breach can expose customers to identity theft and other financial harm and could expose companies to penalties, reputational harm, and even lawsuits. There are a myriad of methods to safeguard personal information and prevent hacking and theft.
TAKE STOCK
Make a list of the www.datafinest.pro/2022/03/29/what-are-the-signs-of-bad-records-management/ amount of sensitive data your company has in its files and on computers and devise a strategy to only keep it for as long as is necessary. This could include a review of devices that gather personal data, such as PIN pads and security cameras and identifying computer connections to external sources like the internet or the computers used by service providers to support your network, or digital copiers.
SCALE DOWN
Limit access to sensitive data to those who require it. This helps reduce the risk of an insider attack or loss to hackers. Pro tip: Use the principle of least privilege. Provide new accounts with the lowest access level to sensitive data. Increase that privilege as the account gains years of experience or the job requirements increases.
THEN LOCK IT
Passwords must be secure and complex. Easy-to-guess passwords can be hacked and used for unauthorised access in just a few seconds. Don’t send passwords via email in plain text. And ensure that all files contain confidential or private data.