All it takes is one weak password or one careless click from an unsuspecting staff member, and you’ve got a potentially business-critical cyber security incident on your hands.
The good news? A few simple cyber security best practices can help protect your business. Here are five cyber security tips to keep your business safe this Halloween (and all year round).
Passwords alone aren’t enough anymore. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) adds an essential extra layer of protection to your systems.
Even if a hacker manages to steal or guess a password, MFA ensures they can’t easily gain access. Think of it as locking the door and adding a deadbolt. It’s one of the most effective and low-cost ways to keep cyber criminals out.
Use a Dedicated Password Manager
Strong, unique passwords are one of the simplest defences against cyber attacks, but they can be hard to manage. Many employees resort to reusing the same passwords across multiple accounts, which is like leaving the spare key under the doormat.
A password manager securely stores login details and makes it easy for staff to follow best practice without cutting corners. That means fewer password resets, less risk, and stronger protection for your business.
Over time, staff changes, promotions, and external partnerships can leave behind digital “open doors.” Former employees or unused accounts often go unnoticed, and they are a gift to hackers.
Make it a regular habit to review who has access to sensitive systems and data. Removing unnecessary permissions reduces risk and reinforces your cyber security defences.
Technology alone can’t stop every cyber threat. Your people are always the first line of defence.
Regular cyber security awareness training helps staff recognise phishing emails, social engineering tricks, and other red flags before damage is done. When your employees know what to look for, they are far less likely to fall for a scam.
Having a disaster recovery plan is important but knowing it works is critical.
Running regular disaster recovery tests helps you identify gaps, fine-tune responses and build confidence that you can recover quickly from any disruption. It’s the best way to ensure a cyber-attack doesn’t turn into a business-ending nightmare. Remember, if you’re an existing PKF Infuse client, you can get in touch with us today to book your disaster recovery test.
Cyber threats can creep up when you least expect them, from phishing emails that look harmless to forgotten accounts that become an easy way in for hackers.
By using MFA, password managers, regular access reviews, staff training, and disaster recovery tests, you can protect your business from real cyber threats and stay one step ahead of attackers.
Looking to strengthen your cyber security this autumn? Get in touch and we’ll help ensure your business is protected from the real monsters online.