Best practices for cyber security are essential for organizations looking to protect their data from cyber attacks and threats. Cyber security measures can make a a huge difference in protecting sensitive data to ensuring that employees are aware of how to handle the threat of phishing emails, as well as other threats.
With the current organizational perimeters stretching far beyond firewalls and DMZs It is crucial to implement cybersecurity best practices in place for remote work, IoT devices and other factors that increase the vulnerability. This includes the implementation of strong password policies, using multi-factor authentication and regularly updating software to address any new vulnerabilities.
It’s also important to keep in mind that even a single click on an infected file or link can trigger malware to spread across the company’s network. It’s important to give employees security awareness training and ensure that any external storage devices such as USB sticks are scanned regularly for malware.
Data can also be protected by properly classifying and labeling it so that only those with access rights specific to them have access to it. Tools like Netwrix Data Classification automate this process and make it easier for businesses to manage their data while reducing the risks of unauthorized disclosure or loss. Business leaders can be sure that their companies are adequately protected from the consequences of a cyberattack if they implement preventative measures. Are you interested in knowing more? Get started with our Cybersecurity Analyst Professional certification and become a professional in just six months.