With the internet being so integral for nearly every business, there is no excuse for not training your employees, executives, and coworkers on the best practices for avoiding ransomware. It doesn’t matter if you are a large corporation or a small to mid size business, ransomware can have a devastating impact on all companies that can completely halt all business operations if you fall victim to it. That’s why we wanted to discuss some basic tips for avoiding ransomware that targets your business and employees.
What Is Ransomware?
Ransomware is a type of cyberattack that targets a business’s vital systems and locks them down. The only way to get your systems unlocked is to meet the demands of the hacker. Usually this will come in the form of payment via crypto currency.
Ransomware can also take the form of data theft. This is when the hacker will steal sensitive customer information such as credit card info, personal address information, or even social security numbers if the company has access to those.
Red Flags of Ransomware
There are a few red flags that you should be on the lookout for when wanting to stop ransomware attacks. Here are a few:
1. Using Common Login Info
One of the most common breaches in security is when employees use their company login credentials across multiple websites. This can be compounded when their passwords are common words and not complex enough.
2. Email Phishing
Another incredibly common way of ransomware getting into your system will be through phishing schemes. This is when an email is sent to an employee where they will often be asked to provide their business login info, and the hackers will use that to get access to the company’s network.
How Can You Protect Your Business?
The first thing you need to do is train every employee, especially executive level employees, on the most common ransomware breaches so they know what to look for. The next thing to do is work with a cybersecurity company to prevent any breaches.
