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As the events in our world continue to develop, we wanted to be sure our clients/partners share tips with staff to help enhance your security posture.
We have many tools in play that keep your business technology environment secure, however there is no software that matches human instincts to recognize “something just doesn’t look right.” We encourage all to “go with your gut.” If something doesn’t look right, chances are you are correct.
Here are a few fundamental facts & tips – Be vigilant with your email inbox and online transactions
- Resist the urge – Do not click or entertain Email or Online links and ad images that lead to “how you can help.”
- Fact: Highly trusted local charity organizations are the ONLY sources you should trust for donations.
- Fact: When links, ads or images are clicked, click-tracking tools are used to present you with increasingly more content which will constantly challenge your judgement.
- TIP: Simply delete the emails if they make it through spam filters. Never click ads or images that suggest questionable content.
- Resist the urge – Avoid posting excessive social content that pertain to political views or worldly events.
- Fact: “Likes” on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, etc… are tracked and used to present you with increasingly more content which will constantly challenge your judgement.
- TIP: Stick to your family and friends on social media platforms, engage with content you recognize and trust.
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) – 2-Factor Authentication(2FA) (different names/both same concept) – Use MFA/2FA on your mobile device for all online platforms that support it.
- Fact: If your password is compromised, the MFA/2FA feature is a safety gate – even if your password is compromised your mobile device MFA/2FA app provides protection.
- Fact: The Microsoft Authenticator App can be used for work and personal use – The App is connected to your mobile phone; it is not just for work purposes.
- TIP: Consider setting up MFA/2FA for all supported online software that runs your business and your personal life.
What are we doing to help?
- We fundamentally believe in multiple vendors and multiple hardware and software layers as a means to protect your business. We work closely with these vendors to implement best practices.
- For our Managed Care clients, we are constantly patching and monitoring each of these layers.
- Example: Effective this week of March 7th, we proactively blocked ALL email content originating from countries and languages known to be a threat.
- All messages from these countries and languages will be placed in quarantine allowing staff to verify the source before delivery to staff inbox.
- We’ve got your back – If you have any questions regarding this message OR have concerns about your workplace security, the Resilient Team is here to help.
- Managed Care Clients – use your itsupport@ email address or call 802.503.0801
- All other Partners – support@resilient4.com
Illustrations from recent events:
- Tools like the Barracuda Email Security platform, have deep scan features that protect your business
- Subject: “Help Ukraine” – seems innocent at first glance…. Then, look close–> China | Message blocked/in Quarantine
We will continue to periodically release facts & tips (goal is brief small tidbits) – I personally welcome any/all feedback. Drop me an email with ideas/comments anytime. ;o)
Warm regards,
-Shannon King & the Resilient Team
Reference Materials:
https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ncas/alerts – https://www.nist.gov/cybersecurity
https://cloud.google.com/support/bulletins – https://aws.amazon.com/security/security-bulletins
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