Does Your Small Business Need Network Security?

Cyberattacks can be devastating for small businesses. There are some things they can do to increase their network security.

Two Factor Authentication

For each sign-in, two factor authentication or multifactor authentication is required. This applies to all back accounts and all insurance accounts. If possible, it should be defector. The second factor authentication refers to using a different password or a four-digit code to authenticate the login after the username and password are entered. Many consumers know this is similar to post login SMS messaging. However, many banks and government agencies use multifactor authentication or depend on non-sms delivery.

Network Security: Firewalls

There are many types of firewalls available, some even made for mobile devices. The firewall acts as the first or second line defense for income traffic, including information that is personal or business-related. The firewall is responsible for protecting the network, a specific device or both against different types of cyberattacks.

This could include malicious code insertion, denial of service, data stuffing and malicious payload on specific documents. A firewall works well when it is tailored to the specific needs of the situation. A firewall can be a security risk that could lead to network compromises.

CyberHacks Common to Small Businesses

Half of all cybersecurity attacks involve social engineering. These include voice phishing and email phishing as well as link bait, SMS Phishing, social media, search results, voice-phishing and email phishing. There’s also reverse social engineering. This is where someone discovers enough information about you company to convince you they are real and help with your hacking problem.

There are many occasions where social engineering attacks can occur. It could be directed at the CEO or CFO. This is known as the Business Email Compromise scam. Other scammers could also target corporate websites using fake vendors and fake comments. This is done to flood a company’s website with negative comments and give it a negative vibe.

As cybersecurity is a critical issue for businesses, the brand’s reputation security, key employees, and the owner are all crucial. Even though a small business may have updated protocols and security rules, it may still be susceptible to reputational attacks. Google alerts should be set up in your company name, the names of your key employees, and your own name. You should monitor for changes in search results that could indicate an attack on one’s reputation. A social media strategy should be developed that encourages workers to not share work-related information and teaches employees how to spot fake accounts.

Call SpartanTec, Inc. now if you need to improve your company’s network security.

SpartanTec, Inc.
Fayetteville, NC 28304
(910) 745-7776
http://manageditservicesfayetteville.com

Serving: Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Columbia, Wilmington, Fayetteville, Florence

How managed firewall protects your business

Firewall monitoring and management are two of the many solutions included in managed IT services. Monitoring your company’s firewalls will ensure that they use the correct definitions and that there are no conflicts that could affect network performance.

Managed IT service providers will review and remove any unnecessary rules from the firewall rules. This will ensure that the firewall is operational and running efficiently. A report detailing the change and the reasons for it will be filed. This will allow you to know what has been done and how it impacts your business.

Flexible and adaptable Firewall Management

SpartanTec, Inc. is able to work with all industries and sizes of businesses. Our IT professionals have a wealth of experience and deep knowledge that allows them to provide high-quality service. Our team is likely to have worked with a similar firewall solution to what you are currently using. Our IT support specialists can help you learn more about the vendor’s solution and integrate it into our process. This will address one of the biggest challenges in firewall management.

Firewall Management and Monitoring Reports Reliable managed IT services providers will provide firewall Fayetteville NC monitoring, analytics, and reporting on a weekly basis, monthly, quarterly and yearly bases. This report will provide information about your firewall’s status and emerging trends regarding how your network is being accessed. This report will provide key analytics such as how many access requests were submitted, which data packets were rejected and the IP addresses that attempted to enter your network. These data can help you improve your firewall settings to protect your network more effectively.

Reduce Firewall Effects and Get the Most From Security Results

SpartanTec, Inc. will do everything possible to minimize the impact on business operations. We understand the technology and business processes of our clients to find the most effective protection. This allows us to identify the solutions that provide the best protection, without disrupting the user experience.

This is why it is so important to actively seek out technology vendors for our clients. This allows us to see how these solutions fit together so that we don’t disrupt the client’s business when we suggest enhancements to their cybersecurity tools and practices.

You, as a customer, should receive the best protection possible without compromising user experience for customers and your team.

SpartanTec, Inc. is available to answer any questions about firewall management or monitoring services.

SpartanTec, Inc.
Fayetteville, NC 28304
(910) 745-7776
http://manageditservicesfayetteville.com

Serving: Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Columbia, Wilmington, Fayetteville, Florence