In a world where more and more people and devices are connected to the internet, greater focus must be placed on security and privacy.
While the internet has opened us up to a world of possibilities and global connectivity to millions, the very strength of the network – the speed, openness and access – creates vulnerabilities.
Additionally, securing a business’ network grows infinitely more complex as information pours in from thousands of devices through public web-based and cloud service providers.
Organizations must educate their employees, clients and vendors to these risks and take the appropriate actions to protect their information. Follow these security essentials to create a more secure environment for your business:
1. Build a risk-aware culture
2. Manage and report all incidents
3. Defend the workplace
4. Security by design
5. Keep it clean
6. Control network access
7. Security in the clouds
8. Patrol the neighborhood
9. Protect the company’s crown jewels
10. Track who’s who
For more information on each security essential, click here.
Submitted by: Professional Insurance Programs
Source: IBM Security Intelligence 2015
