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Big CyberSec Muscle
...with a small budget
Hey there IT pro,
If you missed our live stream with Lewis Pope Monday, you can catch a replay here.
But I know not everyone has an hour to watch us 2 nerds talk.
So I wanted to send over a summary of Contending with Modern Threats with Limited Resources
Contending with Modern CyberSecurity threats is a challenge for small and medium-sized businesses.especially when budgets are limited.
Itβs crucial to prioritize security best practices, such as inventorying hardware and software, identifying risks of each and creating an incident response playbook.
Employee training and awareness are also an essential to prevent cyber-attacks.
Highlights
π Small businesses face the same cyber threats as larger enterprises with limited resources.
π Conduct file share and MFA audits to ensure basic security practices.
π Create an incident response playbook to be prepared for cyber incidents.
π₯ Employee training and awareness are crucial to prevent cyber-attacks.
Key Insights
π Limited resources should not be an excuse to neglect basic security practices. Conduct regular file share, MFA and other audits to identify vulnerabilities.
π Creating an incident response playbook is essential to minimize the impact of cyber incidents. It helps ensure a coordinated and effective response.
π Employee training and awareness play a significant role in preventing cyber-attacks. Regularly educate employees about best practices and potential risks.
π Small and medium-sized businesses should prioritize security measures and allocate resources accordingly to protect their assets and data.
Links and Tools We Discussed:
Public Companies may be required to file an 8k when a breach happens
Want to connect with Lewis? Drop him an email at [email protected] or reach out via X @cybersec_nerd
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