Malware hits small and medium-sized businesses
Posted: June 6th 2015
- Download software updates. It sounds like a ‘no-brainer’ but it is amazing how many viruses exploit outdated software.
- Use strong passwords. That is, passwords that contain a mix of lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers, and symbols. And don’t leave your passwords lying around for everyone to see!
- Delete suspicious emails. As we regularly report on this blog, there are a staggering number of phishing emails sent every day. You need to be aware of these scams and ensure that you and your staff do not click on malicious links.
- Use antivirus software. For obvious reasons.
- Train your staff. People are your weakest security link – fact. Cyber criminals look to exploit the human fallibility or curiosity. For all the cybersecurity you have in place, one ill-advised click can undo all of your hard work. Staff awareness training is essential to successful cybersecurity.
In what is being described as a “noisy smash-and-grab” campaign, hundreds of small and medium-sized businesses are being targeted by criminals trying to steal credentials and other sensitive information.
The newly discovered strain of malware, aptly named “Grabit”, has stolen over 10,000 documents from nanotechnology, education, and media outfits.
Implement basic cybersecurity practices
Small and medium-sized businesses should be on the lookout daily for attacks on their websites.
Here are five simple steps to ensure your organization is practicing basic cybersecurity:
For a better understanding of basic cybersecurity practices, and to get started implementing it across all members of your staff (from your receptionist to HR).