Hacker Padlet by Gavin Reeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi by Gavin Reeder en-us 2018-11-07 14:34:01 UTC 2018-11-07 15:10:21 UTC hello@padlet.com Install Antivirus Software 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301512456  “There are many types out there, and they don’t have to break the bank, but having a level of defense can go a long way.” If you already have good antivirus software, make sure the auto-update and firewall options are turned on.]]> 2018-11-07 14:36:08 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301512456 Back Up Your Files 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301513571  Updating your web applications can help prevent an attack, but it’s important to regularly back-up important files just in case.]]> 2018-11-07 14:37:48 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301513571 Be Wary of Email & Downloads 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301513972 It’s important for you and your employees to be wary of anything coming into your inbox. “Never click a link or open an attachment that you did not expect to receive,” Sharma said.]]> 2018-11-07 14:38:21 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301513972 Install Software & Operating System Updates 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301515936 “Ensure operating systems and applications are always fully patched with the latest security fixes,” said Morey Haber, VP of technology at BeyondTrust. These updates will help protect you from cyberattacks.]]> 2018-11-07 14:40:43 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301515936 Use Complex Passwords 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301516283 Weak passwords are an invitation for hackers. Don’t make the mistake of using simple passwords, or using the same password for multiple accounts.]]> 2018-11-07 14:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301516283 Use Secure Systems to Accept Card Payments 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301516784 “Never photocopy, hand write, electronically key-in to a terminal, or manually copy credit card information,” Haber said.]]> 2018-11-07 14:41:39 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301516784 Don’t Bank Over Unsecured Wi-Fi 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301518589 Wi-Fi connections at coffee shops, airports and other public places are convenient, but they aren’t secure. Never log into your online banking profile on an unsecured network—it’s all too easy for someone to steal your information that way.]]> 2018-11-07 14:43:26 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301518589 Don’t Use Free USB Drives 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301518733 Free USB drives might seem appealing, but they can cause big problems. “If you don’t trust the source of the USB drive, don’t plug it in,” Sharma said. “These drives can very easily be used to carry and deliver a malware or virus onto your computer, allowing someone else access to your important information.”]]> 2018-11-07 14:43:39 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301518733 Secure Physical Devices Storing Sensitive Data 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301519064 Don’t forget that sensitive data can be physically stolen as well. Computers and drives with private business or customer information should be protected.]]> 2018-11-07 14:43:55 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301519064 Train Your Employees 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301521474 When it comes to good cybersecurity, your actions are more important than any technology. If you have employees, hold regular training to make sure they’re aware of company IT policies, and how to avoid email scams and other types of cyberattacks.]]> 2018-11-07 14:46:13 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301521474 In 2017, cyber attacks cost small and medium-sized businesses an average of $2,235,000. 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301524016 2018-11-07 14:48:26 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301524016 60% of small businesses say attacks are becoming more severe and more sophisticated. 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301524878 2018-11-07 14:49:11 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301524878 Email and social accounts 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301526766
  • Think twice about what you post to your social networks, and monitor what others are posting about you. There’s a chance that hackers might use your social profile pages to gather personal information about you, and try to guess your password or answers to your secret question.

    • ]]>     2018-11-07 14:50:49 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301526766     Cloud accounts 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301527818
  • If you back up your files to the cloud, remember that even though you delete them on your computer or mobile device, they’re still stored in your cloud account. To completely delete the file, you’ll also need to remove it from your backup cloud account.

    • ]]>     2018-11-07 14:51:34 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301527818     Online transactions 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301528581
  • Don’t use public computers or public Wi-Fi networks to make any transactions. The machines might contain malicious software that can collect your credit card information, and criminals could also be monitoring public Wi-Fi networks for similar information.

    • ]]>     2018-11-07 14:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301528581     sources 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301534913 https://blog.barkly.com/small-business-cybersecurity-statistics-2018

    https://www.recode.net/2014/9/11/11630774/what-to-do-if-youve-been-hacked-and-how-to-prevent-it

    http://k2forums.com/discussion/10026/cyber-security-checklist-10-ways-to-protect-your-business-from-hacking]]>     2018-11-07 14:58:47 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301534913     02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301543522 2018-11-07 15:08:42 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301543522 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301543902 2018-11-07 15:09:06 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301543902 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301544383 2018-11-07 15:09:37 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301544383 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301544860 2018-11-07 15:10:08 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301544860 02greeder https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301545061 2018-11-07 15:10:21 UTC https://padlet.com/02greeder/gpchra7183vi/wish/301545061