When It Comes to Cybersecurity, Don’t Forget The Basics

by Guest Contributor 0 min read March 30, 2018

From malware and phishing to expansive distributed denial-of-service attacks, the sophistication, scale and impact of cyberattacks have evolved significantly in recent years. Mitigate risk by employing these best practices:

  • Manage third-party risks.
  • Regularly review response plans.
  • Opt in to software updates.
  • Educate, educate, educate.

Organizations must adopt stronger, more advanced technical solutions to protect sensitive data. While enhanced technology is necessary for defending against data breaches, it can’t work independently.

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