AZCOMP Technologies IT August 2018

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AUGUST 2018

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4 TACTICS FOR EMPLOYEES That Could Save Your Network From Ruin

Given how reliant businesses are on technology, you’d think that every business owner would make cybersecurity education a company-wide priority. Sadly, that’s just not the case. The reasons for this lack of initiative are numerous. Some business owners mistakenly think that all the cybersecurity training you need to do is hire a quality MSP, set your security system up, and forget about it. Others simply place blind faith in the misconception that their business will avoid being targeted by hackers. The fact of the matter is that unless you make cybersecurity an integral part of your culture, you’re just what hackers are looking for. Hackers don’t care how large your business is; they care about how easily they can penetrate your network. They’ll do whatever they can to break in and take advantage. According to IBM’s Cyber Security Intelligence Index, the most common entry point for cybercriminals isn’t “hacking your main frame” or finding a piece of faulty code. It’s much simpler than that. In 60 percent of cases, hackers gain entry by taking advantage of employees who have little experience with cybercrime issues. To avoid this threat compromising your business, it’s crucial that you teach anyone using your network to practice smart internet behavior and stay vigilant for anything with a potentially nefarious intent. Every single business in the country should make this practice standard, but far too few do. If you need a little inspiration for your security training, here are four great tips to pass along to your team. USE STRONG PASSWORDS It might sound like a no-brainer, but it’s the easiest fix you can undertake. Most people prioritize passwords that are easy to remember over those that keep their >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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