With online thieves successfully using technology and creativity to steal from organizations or blackmail them, companies need the right security tools to shield their interests. No one is safe from cybersecurity attacks. Even the prestigious Colonial Pipeline suffered an unprecedented breach thanks to the DarkSide ransomware attack. Analysts say that the attack could have been mitigated with the right security tools. Let’s learn more about all the security software you need.
Endpoint Detection and Response
An endpoint is any remote computer or device that connects to your company’s network. Large examples of endpoints include workstations, servers, desktop computers, and laptops. Smaller examples of endpoints are smartphones, tablets, and even Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices. Researchers are saying that vulnerable endpoints are proving to be an attack vector nowadays, and you should have endpoint detection and response software ready to defend your organization.
Intelligent Anti-Malware Software
Regular antivirus software is not sufficient nowadays against advanced evolving threats because it typically uses signature-based detection technology, and emerging threats don’t carry known signatures. Some, like metamorphic viruses, even change their signatures. You need proactive anti-malware software with ransomware rollback capabilities. Top anti-malware products will shield your organization from the following threats:
- Ransomware
- Computer viruses
- Computer worms
- Trojan horses
- Spyware
- Keyloggers
- Rootkits
- And more.
Authenticator Apps
You probably know the importance of multifactor authentication (MFA). With hackers selling stolen usernames and passwords on the Dark Web, MFA can protect your critical accounts from hackers even if they have the correct login credentials. An authenticator app is an excellent MFA tool. It’s challenging to hack because it generates a new security code for MFA every few seconds.
Network Firewall
Firewalls are network barriers that marshal traffic and can potentially stop threats. Activating firewalls for your company operating systems and routers is essential to network security.
Corporate Virtual Private Network (VPN)
An increasing number of cybersecurity specialists recommend company get corporate VPN accounts for extra network security. A VPN basically creates a secure tunnel between a device and the Internet by encrypting data and assigning a virtual IP address. VPNs are very useful in the age of remote working because they reduce the risk of eavesdropping in certain situations. In addition, VPNs can secure unsecured public WiFi. If your employees work from cafes, shopping malls, restaurants, and airports, then they should have access to a reputable VPN service.
Cloud-based Browsers
Some cybercriminals use watering hole attacks to target high-profile organizations. Watering holes are typically compromised websites that may attack a target company’s employees by dropping malware on their web browsers. These web-borne attacks can be problematic because browsers store data locally on computers and devices. Cloud-based browsers, on the other hand, store data on the cloud and can be less vulnerable to watering hole attacks.
Cloud-based Backup Tools
Your organization probably has local servers for regular backups to mitigate the risk of disaster during a cybersecurity attack. Please consider investing in cloud-based automatic backup services to save your data online. Cloud-based servers usually have excellent cybersecurity and can help maintain operational integrity.
These are seven cybersecurity defense tools your organization needs to stay safe in an increasingly risky online world.
