In a world where personal information has become an invaluable commodity security is a top concern for companies and individuals of all sizes. A single breach could expose clients to identity theft, financial harm, or even lawsuits. There are many ways to safeguard personal information and avoid hacking.
TAKE STOCK
Review the amount of sensitive data your company stores in computer files and on servers, and make a plan to protect it only for as long as necessary. This may include taking inventory of devices that gather personal information, such as PIN pads and security cameras as well as the identification of computer connections to external sources, such as the internet or the computers employed by service providers to support your network, or digital copiers.
SCALE DOWN
Limit access to sensitive information to those who require it. This helps reduce the risk of an insider attack or hacker loss. Pro tip: Use the principle of least privilege. Give new accounts the lowest access level to sensitive data and increase this privilege as the account grows in seniority or the job requirement grows.
Then, LOCK IT
Passwords should be strong, complex and unique. Passwords that are easy to guess could be hacked in a matter of seconds and used to gain unauthorised access. Don’t send passwords in plain text through email. Also, be sure to protect any file that contains private or confidential information.
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