In a world where personal data has become an invaluable commodity, protecting it is an important concern for both individuals and companies of all sizes. A single breach could expose customers to identity theft or other financial harm and could expose businesses to penalties, reputational harm, and even lawsuits. There are many ways to safeguard your personal information and prevent hacking.
TAKE STOCK
Take stock of the amount of sensitive data your business has in computer files and on servers, and www.datafinest.pro/2021/12/29/using-the-finest-data-management-techniques-for-your-business/ make a plan to preserve it only the amount of time that is needed. This could include taking stock of devices that collect data, such as PIN pads and cameras for surveillance, and identifying computer connections with external sources, like the internet computers used to run your network by service providers, or even a digital copier.
SCALE DOWN
Limit access to sensitive data to those who require it. This reduces the risk of an insider attack or loss to hackers. Pro tip: Apply the principle of least privilege. Give new accounts the lowest access level to sensitive information and then increase this privilege as the account grows in years of experience or the job requirements increases.
It’s locked IT
Make sure that passwords are secure, complicated and unique. Passwords that are easy to guess can be compromised in a matter of minutes and used to gain unauthorised access. Also, don’t transmit passwords in plain text via email and be sure to protect any data that contains confidential or private information.
