Put Up a Firewall
Another line of defense is a firewall to prevent hackers from gaining access to data on private networks. Firewall efficacy should be checked regularly and any employees working offsite should have protective measures in place.
“Your firewall needs to be current and licensed for perimeter antivirus (services),” explains Takacs.
“Most newer generation firewalls can scan incoming traffic for virus signatures,” adds Takacs. “Sometimes referred to as ‘next-gen’ or UTM (unified threat management) firewalls, they can employ a variety of protection services such as antivirus, web application filtering, intrusion detection, etc.”
End Notes
In sum, there are many ways to protect your business from security risks. Eliminating as many risks as possible is the best course of action—including educating employees and vigilance in maintaining an aligned security strategy throughout the company.
Hiring an expert or buying specialized insurance are also options worth pursuing. Doing so will not only increase security but save money down the road, by lowering the risk of a hack or breach, as well as a costly system repair.
As the old adage says, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
