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3 Ways to Fight Ransomware Attacks GET YOUR EMPLOYEES ON BOARD
Just about every employee at any business has access to a work computer, or at the very least, an employee email account that they can access through their phone. Unfortunately, that’s all it takes for them to fall victim to a ransomware attack, putting your entire business in jeopardy in the process. According to an article from Cybercrime Magazine two years ago, 60% of small businesses hit by a ransomware attack had to shut down six months later. And according to Harvard Business Review, 99% of hackers target the human element in their cyberattack. Many times, this comes in the form of a legitimate-seeming email that turns out to be a phishing scam. By exploiting employees’ naiveté, they gain access to passwords, data, and financial information. Moreover, a big part of your cybersecurity strategy (yes, you need one of those in this day and age) should be fostering a security culture among your employees. If you’re at a loss for how to do that, here are a few general tips to help you get started: • Have your employees (voluntarily) sign a security policy agreement. Include in it agreements to report suspicious emails and to be careful with sensitive data (whatever that means for your business). Making the agreement voluntary will ensure that your employees feel personally responsible for their role in protecting the business. • Show that you care about your employees’ data and information . To do this, take the first step toward protecting your employees’ data. When they see that you truly care about protecting them, and not just the company, they’ll be more likely to return the favor by working to protect their workplace. • Be an example to your employees. To really drive home how important cybersecurity is to your business, take all of the same precautions that you’re asking them to take. Great leaders lead by example, and cybersecurity is no exception to that. Getting your employees to care about cybersecurity and remain vigilant while they work is a huge part of the battle against cyberattacks. Remember to include them in your fight to keep your business safe!
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