There are a lot of talks these days about data security, and for a good reason. But with so much concern over protecting our information, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and do nothing at all. Here are a few tips on making data security easier and less time-consuming- by doing less.
How To Make More of Data Security By Doing Less
To protect your data, you need to understand what you’re protecting. If your information is confidential or sensitive, it’s vital to know the risks that can cause your data to fall into the wrong hands.
If you’re a social media user or a frequent shopper, this can be quite easy. You simply need to be aware of the security risks at each site and take appropriate measures to protect yourself. However, if you work in one of these industries, there are probably many security risks you aren’t even aware of.
To ensure you’re doing all that you can for your company, start by performing a risk assessment. A risk assessment will help pinpoint areas of concern and any potential weak points in your security protocol.
For users of social media and frequent shoppers, some common threats include:
Social Engineering
Fake emails and websites designed to trick users into giving up personal information do commonly use to steal accounts or personal information. This is why it’s important to be on the lookout for strange emails and websites and use common sense when deciding whether or not a link is safe to click on.
Phishing
Fake emails requesting sensitive information from a user are another popular way hackers attempt to access accounts. To avoid this, always check the address bar before responding. If it doesn’t say what it should, it’s fake.
Malware
Downloading files from unknown sites can result in malware installed on your computer. This software does design to steal information from an infected device and send it back to its creator.
Often this malware is created in hopes of stealing passwords and credit card numbers from online shopping sites. These malicious programs can also lead to identity theft since they allow hackers easy access to personal information.
Security Issues vs. Social Media
Security issues don’t just exist with social media or online shopping sites either- there are plenty of threats out there trying to get into your business. You must stay up-to-date on security issues to know how best to protect yourself against them.
Whether they’re aimed at you directly or attempting to infiltrate your organization through employees or customers.
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You can also encourage them to take advantage of any security awareness training program, including free courses on social engineering, phishing, malware, and more.