08 Aug How to Provide Protection For Your Data

In a time when personal information is a valuable resource, securing that data is a major concern for individuals and businesses of all sizes. One breach could expose clients to financial loss, identity theft, or even lawsuits. Fortunately, there are many methods that can be employed to safeguard personal data as well as prevent hacking or theft.

TAKE STOCK

Make a list of the amount of sensitive information your company has in its files and on computers and come up with a plan to protect it only for as long as necessary. This could involve taking inventory of devices that gather personal information, like PIN pads and security cameras and the identification of computer connections to external sources like the internet or the computers that are used by service providers to help support your network or digital copiers.

SCALE DOWN

Limit access data room to sensitive information to those who require it. This minimizes the chance of an insider attack or loss to hackers. Pro tip: Use the principle of least privilege. New accounts should be given the lowest level of access to sensitive data and increase the privileges as the account grows in years of experience or the job requirements increases.

It’s locked IT

Passwords should be strong and complex. Passwords that are easy to guess can be compromised in a matter seconds and used to gain unauthorised access. Don’t send passwords via email in plain text and secure all files that contain private or confidential information.