A cyber attack is an attempt by criminals to disable or damage computers and networks, steal data, or use a breached computer system to infiltrate other networks. As cyber attacks have become more sophisticated in recent years, prevention is essential for all businesses. Cybercrime is based on the effective exploitation of vulnerabilities, and it can be very difficult to protect all possible entry points.
As the head of your organisation it is your responsibility to safeguard your network and the data you hold. Paying huge fines for non-compliance, losing clients or partners are not the worst that can happen in the aftermath of a successful hack. We all have heard of organisations going out of business because of a cyberattack. In the long run, hoping that your business is too small or that it does not attract hackers’ attention is not the right attitude.
Prevention is key when it comes to cyber security and to help you along the way Syn-Star has compiled some effective strategies to combat sophisticated cyber threats.
- Malware, phishing, spamming, spoofing, spyware, trojans and viruses
- Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attacks
- Social Engineering Attacks
Cyber attacks target a wide range of victims from individuals to enterprises and even government bodies. When targeting businesses or other organisations, the hacker’s aim is to gain access to sensitive and valuable data such as personal information including bank details.
Following our tips can significantly reduce the risks of cyberattacks and safeguard the data you hold.
To train and educate your team on cyber threats and prevention, contact Syn-Star, so you are one step closer to fending off cyberattacks.