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Cyber terrorism is the act of causing devastation or disruption in a society through the use of modern day information technology. Often, cyber terrorism is politically motivated. So, some business owners may not realize what kind of threat cyber terrorism is to them. However, the threats against Sony in 2014 shows that, with technology being so ubiquitous in the work place, it’s important for businesses to develop a plan to protect themselves and their employers. It is important to find out how to integrate digital technology the right way, so you do not have to worry about cyber threats ever again.
Cyber Security
The most important step to combating cyber terrorism is prevention. This is part of IT due diligence. The best way to protect your business from cyber attacks is to protect your computers. To ensure that your business is safe, take action by downloading a reputable antivirus software and keeping it updated as necessary. Having the software and firewalls are not enough, take the time to maintain it so that it’s running at optimal efficiency every day. This way, your computers have a base defense system against cyber-terrorists.
Do Not Leave Devices Unattended
One of the most important cyber security practices is to never leave any devices unattended. If devices must be left unattended for a length of time, lock them up. This is true of all devices, including computers, phones, tablets or other hackable devices. You should also lock away flash drives or other storage devices if they contain sensitive information. This is the most fundamental cyber security prevention you can take.
Develop IT Policies
The next important step in keeping your business safe from cyber terrorism is to develop IT policies that will protect your business data. IT policies would include everything from what types of files employees are allowed to download to what the company would actually do in the event of a cyber attack. By having a plan and a clear set of guidelines available, you can feel much safer knowing that everyone is on the same page. When you know exactly who has access to what data and information in your company, you will be much more equipped to keep terrorists at bay.
Train Employees
Along with IT Policies comes the importance of training your employees. The National Cyber Security Alliance suggests training employees to adhere to installation restrictions, good password policies and vigilance about any strange happenings on their computer. By training your employees to notice the signs of a cyber attack, and teaching them how to prevent one, you can rest knowing that you’re not alone in your efforts to protect your business.
Ethical Hackers
One unique method of counteracting cyber terrorism is by enlisting the help of an ethical hacker for your distros system. Ethical hackers would, essentially, be a hacker who actively utilizes their computer skills for good. Hiring an ethical hacker to attempt to break into your system can be an extremely beneficial way of discovering the weak spots of your defense system. Then, the ethical hacker can patch up any holes in your software and make your computers even stronger than before in the fight against cyberterrorism.
Get Insured
Finally, one of the best tips is to get insured. Although you can take an endless amount of precautions against cyber attacks, it is always good to have coverage just in case. You never know when or how a cyber terrorist is going to strike, and the damage that follows could be insurmountable. Make sure that your business is covered by updating your policy. Your wallet, and computers, might thank you later.
Cyber Terrorism Threat Level
Just how real is cyber terrorism? Is it something you should actually be concerned about? Unfortunately, many people do not even think that cyber terrorism is even a cause for concern. However, they are far from being correct. Cyber terrorism is a very real threat in today’s digital age. This has been even more evident due to recent claims that Russia hacked servers for one major US political party. When you use a computer and wireless network to complete virtually every task, whether professional or private, you are putting your day-to-day operations at risk. So yes, the threat of cyber terrorism is real, and you definitely need to ensure that you are protecting yourself and the important parts of your life by protecting your computer.
The Age Of Cyber Terrorism
According to officials in the United States, the world is now happening upon the “Age of Cyberterrorism.” For your business, this translates to a higher risk the more successful your business is. That is why it is so important to constantly update and improve your IT security, especially if your business is growing. Be sure to not forget to protect your personal email, as well. Hackers, or cyber terrorists, may think that your personal data is more telling than business data. Be sure to protect your business in this new “Age of Cyber Terrorism,” especially if you use the services of cloud computing companies.
Although cyber terrorism seems like a problem for the FBI, the reality is that businesses are also under siege. Protect your business, employees and customers with a steadfast plan to prevent cyber terrorism and all forms of cybercrime. With the right software, employees, policies, and insurance, you can protect your company from the worst of cyber terrorism attacks.
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