In a time when personal data is a valuable commodity, protecting that data is a major concern for individuals and companies of all sizes. A single breach could expose customers to identity theft or other financial harm and could expose companies to fines, reputational damage and even lawsuits. Luckily, there are numerous methods that can be employed to safeguard personal data and help prevent hacking and theft.

TAKE STOCK

Create a strategy for storing sensitive information in your company’s computers and files only for when it is required. This could include taking inventory of devices that record information, such as PIN pads and surveillance cameras, as well identifying computer connections with external sources, such as the internet or computers used to help support your network by service providers, or a digital copier.

SCALE DOWN

Limit access to sensitive information only to those who require it. This helps reduce the possibility of the threat of an insider attack or loss from hackers. Pro tip: Apply the principle of least privilege. Provide new accounts with the lowest level of access to sensitive data and increase that privilege as the account grows in years of experience or the job requirements increases.

It is locked. IT

Passwords should be secure and complex. Passwords that are easy to guess could be hacked in a matter of minutes and used to gain unauthorised access. Do not send passwords via email in plain text and encrypt all files that contain confidential or private information.

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