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Spring is here and we have tips to help you get started with spring cleaning your technology, passwords and accounts.
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Start With a Security Audit

You should conduct a security audit to identify potential vulnerabilities in your accounts and technology. This can include reviewing security settings, checking account permissions and ensuring all of your devices are running the most recent firmware and the latest software versions.

 

Review Your Existing Passwords and Privacy Settings

It's essential to use a strong, unique password for each account - otherwise, the breach of one account can lead to attackers accessing every other account that uses the same password.

Although no password is fullproof, using a combination of upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols will make your password harder to crack. Additionally, take the time to review app permissions and privacy settings while updating your passwords.

 

Add an Additional Layer of Security

Two-factor authentication provides an extra layer of security to accounts by requiring a second form of verification before allowing access. This can include a code sent to a mobile device or bio metric authentication like fingerprint or facial recognition.

 

‍Password Managers

A password manager is a tool that can help to manage and secure passwords. These tools can create and store complex passwords, so you don't have to remember them. Some password managers even offer features like alerts when a password has been breached, so you can update the password immediately.

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Schedule Ongoing Maintenance

If you do not utilize a password manager that alerts you when a password has been compromised, periodically check your passwords using have i been pwned passwords. You can also check your email address to see if your information has been included in any data breaches.  This can prevent unauthorized access by someone who may have gained access to an email address or password.

 

Spring cleaning your technology, passwords and accounts can help ensure the safety of your business’s sensitive data. If you would like to learn more, contact us!

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