By now, you have surely heard that Equifax, one of three major credit reporting agencies, has been hacked in what is being called one of the worst security breaches in recent history. Why is it being described to that magnitude? Well, the answer is simple: an estimated 143 million American consumers have been victimized right alongside the agency.
If there is one lesson to be learned from all of this, it’s that nobody is safe from cyber crime. Admittedly, Equifax is a particularly tempting target for criminals, but it’s a fact that your business is, too. Every company in the United States today has digital assets of some kind, and they need to be protected. You wouldn’t leave any other type of asset exposed, and it’s time that you start thinking of cybersecurity the same way.
Here are some basic facts you need to know to keep your business safe:
- It only takes one tablet, one laptop, or one pc to make your company’s entire network vulnerable to cyber threats.
- Poorly-trained employees are often the easiest point of access for cyber criminals. This is accomplished through hidden downloads, malicious emails, altered workstation settings, and more.
- High levels of SPAM increase your chances of being hacked.
- Stolen equipment or hardware failure can result in the loss of critical data, costing you and your customers money and peace of mind.
- Failing to update antivirus software is a critical mistake that increases the likelihood of your network being compromised.
If you’re thinking that all of this sounds like a matter of preventative maintenance, you’re absolutely correct. Most of your cyber security concerned can be addressed by using our managed service products, which include everything you need to keep your business secure.
This is not a passive responsibility, however. Even with the best and most meticulous computer maintenance practices, your network should still be monitored around the clock, and your data should be backed up regularly. This is even more critical if your business is responsible for handling private information on behalf of its clients or customers.
Equifax has come under attack several times since 2015, and according to the New York Times, they failed to respond appropriately to those threats. Don’t make the same mistake in your own business. Take action before disaster strikes. When you work with Realnets, just a few of your opportunities for risk mitigation include:
- Scheduled Preventative Maintenance
- Managed Anti-Virus
- Managed Backup
- Firewall Management
- Hosted Anti-Spam
As a business owner, your entire livelihood depends on your ability to keep your company safe from attack. At Realnets, we are proud to offer solutions that will help you do that and so much more. To learn how we can help your business thrive, contact us today at 773.631.6851 and request a free consultation with one of our cyber security experts.
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