In a time when personal data is a valuable commodity, protecting the security of that data is a primary issue for both individuals and businesses of all sizes. A single breach can put customers at risk of identity theft and other financial damage and expose companies to fines, reputational damage, and even lawsuits. There are many ways to protect personal information from hacking and to prevent it from being stolen.
TAKE STOCK
Take stock of the amount of sensitive information your company has in its files and on computers and come up with a plan to only keep it for as long as is necessary. This could involve taking inventory of devices that record information, such as PIN pads and cameras for surveillance, as well as identifying computer connections with external sources, such as the internet and computers that are used to support your network by service providers, or digital copier.
SCALE DOWN
Limit access to sensitive data only to those who need it. This decreases the chance of insider threats or losses from hackers. Pro tip: Follow the principle of least privilege by giving new accounts the lowest level of access to sensitive data, and increasing that privilege only as they gain seniority or work-related necessity.
It is locked. IT
Make sure that passwords are secure, complex, and unique. Passwords that are easy to guess can be hacked and used for an unauthorised access within a matter of minutes. Don’t send passwords in plain text through e-mail and be certain to secure any data that contains private or confidential information.
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