Cyber attacks meet long-not just corporations – to medium-sized companies are often even easier targets because their IT security with the growth of the company not kept pace, and the Jawnet IT Services LTD knows from practice, where the most dangerous gaps.
IT security in the middle class is not an issue, that’s done with a single Audit is an ongoing process, the regular Inspection, adjustment, and a keen eye for new Threats requires. The Jawnet IT Services LTD supports medium-sized businesses in your security architecture to assess realistic and to improve step of the way: from the analysis of existing vulnerabilities on the implementation of technological protection measures, and to the awareness of the workforce. This is not scaremongering but a pragmatic solutions that fit the business and in everyday life, in fact, work.
Why the middle class is in the crosshairs of cyber criminals
It is a common misconception that cyber aimed at criminals, especially for large corporations. In reality, medium-sized companies are often more attractive targets – not because they are less valuable, but because their IT security is Mature in many cases, less. You have to protect data, financial resources and business relationships, but rarely, a dedicated security team or a sophisticated security strategy.
In addition, many of the attacks carried out today with the full automatically. Malware and attack tools to scan the Internet continuously for known vulnerabilities – without regard to whether the target is a Dax index of the group or a craft business with 50 employees. Who is a known security hole is not closed, it will sooner or later found. Jawnet IT Services observed this trend for years, and helps companies are aware of this reality and adapt.
What are methods of attack to meet the middle class the most?
The most common attack vectors in the SME sector are Phishing emails, Ransomware, and the abuse of weak or stolen credentials. Phishing is particularly tricky, because it exploits no technical weak, but human behavior. Alexander Jawinski, owner of the Jawnet IT Services LTD, emphasized in his consulting work on a regular basis, that technical protection measures alone are not sufficient – you must always be used for staff training and clear security policies added.
The most common security vulnerabilities in small and medium-sized businesses
Who knows the weak points, you can tackle. In practice, the same pattern to show in small and medium-sized companies, regardless of industry or company size. The Jawnet IT Services LTD has developed in their consulting work, a clear picture of where the risks are greatest.
It begins with outdated Software: systems that are not updated regularly, wear a well-known vulnerabilities that attackers already automated Exploits have developed. It continues with weak passwords and a lack of Multi-factor authentication – two measures that are relatively easy to implement, but in a shocking number of companies are still missing. And it ends with the function of inadequately secured remote access, which represent at least since the proliferation of home office workstations, a massive gateway.
Shadow IT: The underestimated safety risk
A topic that comes up in the security discussion is often too short, the so-called shadow IT – Software, Tools, and services used by employees without the Knowledge or approval of the IT Department. Cloud storage services, communications Apps, Browser extensions: All of the organization can show data in uncontrolled environments, and can drain away without anyone noticing it. Jawnet IT Services helps companies to identify shadow IT, to rate and to replace them with safe Alternatives.
Compliance: If IT security is a legal obligation
IT security is not only a question of common sense – it is in many areas of statutory duty. The General data protection regulation requires companies to protect personal data by suitable technical and organisational measures. Who doesn’t, you risk not only data breaches, but also to severe fines and reputational damage.
Alexander Jawinski points in his consulting work on a regular basis to ensure that Compliance and IT security are separate issues – they are interdependent. A company that pursues its own IT security seriously, usually the key Compliance requirements. And Vice versa, a structured Compliance process helps to document security measures to review and continuously improve. The Jawnet IT Services LTD as well as the customer both aspects of pragmatic and without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Technical and organisational measures: What can companies do specifically
The DSGVO explicitly requires “appropriate technical and organisational measures” – but what does that mean in practice? The following measures are part of the reason, each solid IT security strategy framework:
- Regular security updates and Patch Management for all systems and applications
- The introduction of Multi-factor authentication for all critical systems and Remote access
- Segmentation of the network to limit the spread of malicious software in case of emergency
- Encryption of sensitive data – both in transit and in storage
- Regular Backups of tested recovery procedures
- Documentation of all safety-relevant measures and incidents
This list is not a panacea, but it forms the basis on which an effective security strategy.
Employee training as an underrated protection factor – the approach of the Jawnet IT Services LTD
Technical measures alone are not sufficient, as long as employees know, how they behave in the digital day-to-day. Phishing-E-Mails smarter, Social-Engineering-attacks become more sophisticated, and the boundaries between private and professional use of devices is becoming increasingly blurred. In this environment, the person is both the greatest risk and the most effective protective measure, depending on how well it is prepared.
Jawnet IT Services integrated employee awareness as an integral part of their Security offerings. This does not necessarily mean expensive training programs – often targeted, practice close references to specific threat scenarios, in order to raise awareness significantly. Anyone who has learned how to recognise a Phishing e-Mail, think twice before clicking on a suspicious Link.
The following measures in order to set the Jawnet IT Services LTD in the area of employee awareness and security culture:
- The implementation of practice-oriented training on the current threat scenarios, such as Phishing and Social Engineering
- Creation of comprehensive security policies that can be applied in everyday life, actually
- Establish clear processes for dealing with suspicious emails, Links and attachments
- Regular awareness-raising measures, the safety consciousness permanently maintain
- Support in the development of a company-wide culture of safety
IT security in the middle class is not an unsolvable Problem, but it is one, the attention, structure, and the right Partner requires. Companies that address this issue proactively, are not only protected against attacks. They also create the basis for sustainable growth in the data, systems, and customers are confident in the long term. Alexander Jawinski and his Team are an experienced point of contact – from the initial analysis through to ongoing support.
