Children across the world are preparing for an exciting and eerie Halloween, but fear and surprise are not what you desire for your business. During this Cybersecurity Awareness season, it’s crucial to remain vigilant about cybersecurity intelligence and shield yourself from the tactics of hackers.
Beware of Cyber Trickery – Malware for the Halloween Hackers
Malicious software, known as malware, comes in various forms and can be delivered through numerous deceptive methods. Malware encompasses any software intentionally crafted to inflict harm on computers, servers, computer networks, or clients. The primary categories of malware include viruses, trojan horses, spyware, and worms.
Businesses must stay constantly vigilant against new cunning threats infiltrating their networks, whether they come through emails, websites, removable media, or other channels.
The Terrifying Face of Ransomware
In 2019, there was a resurgence in reported ransomware attacks targeting businesses, government entities, healthcare organizations, and various other sectors. These attacks can be devastating, particularly for those who are unprepared.
One of the most effective ways to mitigate the impact of ransomware is to regularly back up your data, ensuring both online and offline copies of your most valuable information. This way, if your data is encrypted by ransomware, the disruption should be minimised.
Beware of Phishing Expeditions
Phishing remains the most prevalent form of cyber-attack. Always scrutinise the source of an email and avoid clicking on suspicious attachments. Keep an eye out for misspellings and grammar errors in messages, as these often signal a phishing attempt.
The Social Media Nightmare
Hackers can harvest a wealth of information from social media and company websites. Given the rise in Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams, it’s crucial to secure your social channels and limit the information you share on them.
The Employee Onslaught
Employees within your organisation can pose the most significant cybersecurity threat. They may lack clear security guidelines or ongoing security awareness training to ensure complete accountability. It’s imperative to minimise human errors and protect against the risk of employees mishandling sensitive data through proper expectations and security education.
Cortech Systems: Your Cybersecurity Shield
This Halloween, you might be in the mood for a horror story, but make sure it’s not your own. Cortech Systems can assist your organisation in keeping cybercriminals where they belong – in the realm of movies.
