While a cyber zombie attack might sound far-fetched, it’s a very real threat, and any technology based items you own are prime candidates. Until there are standards set for these devices, do the following to keep safe: update, upgrade, and keep your defense system strong. #ITTips
New protocol and good communication are the only ways to ensure everyone on your team is on board with the latest updates and important changes, especially concerning security. Keep your policy updated to ensure WFH procedures don’t leave your data vulnerable. #ThinkSmartThursday
Be sure to have an updated disaster recovery plan. These plans are built around unforeseen but predictable events that provide high risk. Ex: does it have anything about working through a pandemic? Review your disaster recovery plan and start making changes. #ITTips
Be diligent about IT security. Since there are no guarantees that you won’t get infected, it’s critical to maintain a full, daily backup of your data OFF-SITE so if you do come under siege, you can recover all your files without having to pay a dime. #ThinkSmartThursday#TechTips
Cyber hygiene is akin to personal hygiene—you learn where threats are, how to overcome them, and how to keep your data as safe as possible by doing the following: selecting the right tools for the job, by being thorough, and by making it a routine. #ThinkSmartThursday#TechTips
Is your contact list safe when it comes to HIPAA? Turns out, it could put you in violation. The best fix is to never store patient info without verifying it’s HIPAA compliant. Be sure to use a secure communication app before handling any patient identification.#ThinkSmartThursday
The ONE password you want to keep unique is your e-mail password. If an e-commerce site you’ve registered at gets hacked and you’ve used the same password everywhere else, you can bet hackers are going to gain access to your in-box. #ITTips#ThinkSmartThursday