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Head of our IT Services Team,
Gavin Brown
outlines what an effective
network security plan
should include:
1. Education 7. Network Security Software
Security companies stress that educating A Network Security solution will make your life
staff is key in protection from Ransomware. a whole lot easier. Web Security companies
Staff should know how to avoid and prevent regularly release new products to battle criminal
attacks and how to react if an attack should developments in Malware. Pinnacle’s IT experts
break through. currently recommend the Sophos product
‘Intercept X.’
2. Whitelisting
This is the process by which you program 8. Patch Management
your computer to allow certain applications It’s vital to keep your IT environment updated.
and not to allow others. Malicious software is Important patches need to be added
blocked when it attempts to operate. continuously. Turn your computer off periodically
to allow patches the chance to update
3. Safely browsing the Web
Restrict access to websites that are likely to 9. A Disaster Plan
contain threats. Even with a watertight security system, it is highly
likely your business will come under attack. If
4. An operational Backup system a computer is compromised, cut its internet
connection, disable shared drives and shut
Backup systems can save you in the event of off power. Seek expert advice on what your
a security breach. In an ideal scenario, you plan should be if this happens – it will depend
can restore data and start afresh. on your backup system and the nature of the
ransomware.
5. Access Control
Limit access to business critical data. This will 10. Root Cause Analysis
limit the spread of Ransomware around your Learn from the mistakes of yourself and others.
network if you are attacked. IT experts soon learn where attacks originate
and the common mistakes that people make
6. An IT Partner in allowing attacks in. Contact your IT Partner or
Even if you choose to manage your security attend a webinar.
system In-house, it is important to have a
relationship with an IT Partner should you
ever need an expert’s attention quickly.
You’ll also benefit from an IT company’s
continuous research.
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