IT security for businesses: the basics
Protect your business with these essential security measures
IT security is not optional for businesses. We explain the minimum you should have implemented.
Backups
Most important: - Automatic and daily - In different location - Tested regularly - Documented and accessible
Strong passwords
Password policy: - Minimum 12 characters - Mix of letters, numbers and symbols - Different for each service - Changed periodically
Two-factor authentication
Activate it everywhere: - Corporate email - Online banking - Administrative access - Cloud services
Antivirus and firewall
Basic protection: - Updated antivirus on all equipment - Active firewall - Scheduled scans - Real-time protection
Updates
Keep everything updated: - Operating system - Programs and applications - Plugins and extensions - Device firmware
Team training
Your team is the first line: - How to detect phishing - Safe password use - What to do in an incident - Clear security policies
Access control
Who can access what: - Permissions by role - Minimum necessary access - Periodic review - Immediate removal of ex-employees
Secure WiFi
Protected corporate network: - Strong password - Separate guest network - WPA3 encryption - Hidden SSID if possible
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