Online security is a big sticking point in 2024, with as many as one in three online businesses experiencing one type of cyberattack or another in the last six months.
So, a business owner needs to be aware of what the most prevalent online threats are, as well as have a base idea of how to prevent them from occurring in the first place. That way, all of your sensitive information is protected, and your customers or clients can feel safe when using your website to buy or book your services or goods.
In this article, you will be walked through five common online security issues and provided tips on ways to manage them or overcome them. So, enjoy!
Challenge: Phishing Attacks
Tips To Overcome It
This is such a common problem that the majority of inboxes, business and personal, will be able to detect such an email and send it automatically to the spam or junk folder. However, as AI or artificial intelligence is now being used to create these emails, this can become harder. Ideally, you will have a security system set up that monitors your business emails and will send you a regular threat detection report while also blocking the associated email address.
Challenge: Malware
Tips To Overcome It
Those aforementioned junk or phishing emails often come with a free malware infection if you click a link or other section of the email.
So, one way to prevent this malware from infecting your computer is to ensure that you have strong anti-malware systems set up, as well as ensure that your security is regularly updated and, of course, don’t click on any links in suspicious emails.
Challenge: Passwords
Tips To Overcome It
A lot of people have a set password in their mind and, when they set up a new account, or log on to a new service, they will use some variation of it.
This makes these passwords weak and, luckily, there are some simple and effective solutions. You can opt to install encryption-based software to protect your online passwords or, you can invest in software that updates your passwords every day, and links them to set accounts, without you needing to lift a finger.
Challenge: Vulnerable Software
Tips To Overcome It
Outdated or vulnerable software is not only an accident waiting to happen; it can cost you a fortune in legal fees if your customers or clients report you to the authorities for a data breach. So, you should aim to ensure that you have the most modern software for your business and be sure to test it for points of vulnerability regularly, using the pen test,
Challenge: Weak Firewalls
Tips To Overcome It
Luckily, having a weak firewall is quite rare, even on basic personal computers. However, it is better to be safe than sorry, especially when it comes to protecting sensitive financial data. You can improve the strength of your business’s firewall by installing a security system that can work alongside it, making it impossible for hackers to get through.
