In a time when personal data is an extremely valuable resource, securing this data is a major concern for both individuals and businesses of all sizes. A single breach could expose customers to identity theft and other www.datafinest.pro/2020/06/17/data-management-by-data-room/ financial damage and expose businesses to penalties, reputational harm and even lawsuits. There are a myriad of methods to protect personal information and help prevent hacking and theft.

TAKE STOCK

Create a plan to store sensitive information in your business’s files and computers only as long as it is required. This could include taking inventory of devices that record information, such as PIN pad and cameras for surveillance, as well as the identification of connections between computers and external sources, such as the internet or computers used to help support your network by service providers, or even a digital copier.

SCALE DOWN

Limit access to sensitive data only to those who need it. This reduces the risk of an insider attack or loss to hackers. Pro tip: Follow a principle called least privilege. For new accounts, you should provide the lowest access level to sensitive data and increase this privilege as the account grows in seniority or the job requirement grows.

THEN LOCK IT

Passwords should be secure and complex. Passwords that are easy to guess could be hacked in a matter of minutes and used to gain unauthorized access. Don’t send passwords by email in plain text. And secure all files that contain private or confidential information.