Nowadays, the IT security teams are facing a lot of mutating threats right from perimeter to the desktop, from the mobile to the cloud. There have been some changes in the network and security architectures which has made the network security management more challenging and complex. Cybercriminals have now got more power which is enabling them to reach the organizational security level and steal all the protected information. There have been new threats appearing on the horizon. With advanced persistent threats (APT) the criminals are now able to maintain the access of the system for long period of time which enables them to spy on your business and steal a lot of information.
With such increasing threat of Cyber Criminals, it has now become essentially important to protect your organisation information from being stolen. There are certain best practices for network security which if implemented well can give you utmost benefit. Have a look at the practices:
Maintain your Software accurately
Malware system is now changing. Malicious code now has got an ability to perform the execution of the programmed tasks but the problem lies in its failure to avoid the detection at this stage. The best way to combat malware is to install antivirus software and keeping it up to date. Ensure that your IT Security Personnel is conducting regular audits of your installed antivirus software.
Create a Security Policy
To clearly define the parameters for external drives, password protection and account usage, it is important that all the employees at every level should be given proper guidance along with security policy. Through Security updates and regular training, this will increase their awareness. While training the employees, train them practically by comparing your policy portions with real world issues.
Bring Total FIM solution into action
Total FIM solution helps in easy detection of some accidental and malicious attacks to your files as they are very dangerous for your data and cannot be easily detected. It helps in monitoring a wide area with providing complete security to the storage of all your files and configurations. It is a cost effective solution and does not take a lot of time to be installed and start working.
Keep a constant check on your Permissions
Inside threats are the major risks. Before an employee leaves the office it is important to take away all the privileges and all the user accounts should be deactivated as this can mitigate the risk of data theft or damage. Keep monitoring your permission on regular basis. Even if an employee is highly trustworthy, organization should be given security logs which cannot be further modified. Also applying additional firewalls , utilizing a service from any top VPN providers and preventing personal devices from logging into the network is sure to keep you on the safer side.
Monitor Third – Parties
The applications and access of the Third Parties is an important part of your operation but your ignorance towards monitoring all of it can bring in lot of risks of data exposure. Try giving your third parties minimum access as it the major point of entry to your network. Keep a check on the other company’s security system you are working with.
