5
tips for network security
In
2017, the Hong Kong Computer Emergency
Response Team Coordination Centre handled 6,506 security incidents,
including malware, botnets and phishing attacks. As cyber crime continues to
rise, network security has become essential to business operation.
To prevent cyber attacks, enterprises should pay attention to the five key points below:
1. Always back up the important documents
Ransomware usually blocks your access to different files, demanding ransom payments. Therefore, backing up files is very important.
Traditional enterprises usually use server backup. Cloud backup is another option that has emerged over recent years, which is especially suitable for SMEs. The cost is lower than to own or rent a server. In addition, it provides multiple backups, stored in the cloud space. Even if your computer is attacked by ransomware, you can still recover from an older version of the documents.
2. Do not open suspicious email
A large amount of ransomware is delivered and spread via email. These emails usually contain message such as 「copy」、「document」、「scan」、「file」、「PDF」、「exe」. If you are unsure with the sender address or apprehensive with the content, do not open or download from the suspicious email.
3. Regularly update computer system and operating system
WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017 targeted computers that are lack of Windows updating, which allows hackers to attack through flaws in the systems.
Enterprises should pay attention to whether the system needs to be updated. Especially for Windows’ users, a regular system update at Mircrosoft official website is recommended.
4. Install antivirus software, scan for computer virus and clear junk mails
Anti-virus software has different kinds and functions, such as general anti-virus, email anti-virus, filtering junk mails, anti-hacking, etc.
Anti-virus software acts as a shield and each shield has a different purpose and size. Enterprises should understand the different function of anti-virus software and choose according to business needs.
5. Use a reliable Internet provider
SMEs often suffer from hacker and ransomware attack due to lack of resources. It is essential to select a reliable Internet service provider, which can act as basic fundamental backup and provide help for your business when under attack. Some Internet service providers also offer network security services, which are suitable for SMEs without professional knowledge in network security.
● Anti-Malware & Anti-Phishing: Block users from connecting to malicious programs and fake websites
● Anti-Hacking: Block hackers from entering the user's internal network
● Anti-PC Infection: Prevent viruses from invading users' computer devices
● Auto Cloud Backup: Automatically encrypt and backup files to the cloud
● Advanced Email: Automatically filter spam emails and email viruses
To learn more, please call SME Success Hotline 120 120.
To prevent cyber attacks, enterprises should pay attention to the five key points below:
1. Always back up the important documents
Ransomware usually blocks your access to different files, demanding ransom payments. Therefore, backing up files is very important.
Traditional enterprises usually use server backup. Cloud backup is another option that has emerged over recent years, which is especially suitable for SMEs. The cost is lower than to own or rent a server. In addition, it provides multiple backups, stored in the cloud space. Even if your computer is attacked by ransomware, you can still recover from an older version of the documents.
2. Do not open suspicious email
A large amount of ransomware is delivered and spread via email. These emails usually contain message such as 「copy」、「document」、「scan」、「file」、「PDF」、「exe」. If you are unsure with the sender address or apprehensive with the content, do not open or download from the suspicious email.
3. Regularly update computer system and operating system
WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017 targeted computers that are lack of Windows updating, which allows hackers to attack through flaws in the systems.
Enterprises should pay attention to whether the system needs to be updated. Especially for Windows’ users, a regular system update at Mircrosoft official website is recommended.
4. Install antivirus software, scan for computer virus and clear junk mails
Anti-virus software has different kinds and functions, such as general anti-virus, email anti-virus, filtering junk mails, anti-hacking, etc.
Anti-virus software acts as a shield and each shield has a different purpose and size. Enterprises should understand the different function of anti-virus software and choose according to business needs.
5. Use a reliable Internet provider
SMEs often suffer from hacker and ransomware attack due to lack of resources. It is essential to select a reliable Internet service provider, which can act as basic fundamental backup and provide help for your business when under attack. Some Internet service providers also offer network security services, which are suitable for SMEs without professional knowledge in network security.
● Anti-Malware & Anti-Phishing: Block users from connecting to malicious programs and fake websites
● Anti-Hacking: Block hackers from entering the user's internal network
● Anti-PC Infection: Prevent viruses from invading users' computer devices
● Auto Cloud Backup: Automatically encrypt and backup files to the cloud
● Advanced Email: Automatically filter spam emails and email viruses
To learn more, please call SME Success Hotline 120 120.