Beyond the daily struggle for greater productivity and growth amidst the crisis of a post-pandemic period, they also have to invest in becoming more efficient and professional to avoid cyber threats . In this scenario, the focus shifts to employees. After all, they are the main gateway for cyberattacks in companies and, at the same time, key elements in preventing and combating cyber threats .
Here's another area of focus and investment for companies: guiding and raising awareness among employees regarding the safe use of the corporate internet , both in the company environment and when working from home .
Brazilian companies are undoubtedly at greater risk from 2022 onwards and in the coming years. Small and medium-sized enterprises are now more vulnerable to cyberattacks than before .
Not only did the data breaches that occurred in Brazil in 2021 lead to this situation, but they also leveled the playing field for companies of all sizes, making them equally attractive targets for malicious attacks and digital fraud.
Therefore, investing in security solutions and technologies alongside adopting workplace measures to prevent and protect against cyber threats is crucial.
Protection against cyber threats begins with the conscious use of the internet.
With a view to providing greater protection for the corporate sector, SaferNet (an organization dedicated to protecting and combating human rights violations on the internet) disseminates data, tips, and information to contribute to and promote the responsible use of the internet .
In 18 years, SaferNet received and processed 4,825,630 anonymous reports , involving 1,109,375 distinct URLs (of which 808,453 were removed) written in 10 languages , attributed to 148 countries on 6 continents . It helped 37,894 people in 27 states of Brazil and assisted 9,873 children and adolescents , 2,627 parents and educators , 4,971 young people and 20,423 other adults through its help and guidance channel.
According to Rodrigo Nejm, Director of Education and Customer Service at SaferNet, the problem is not the technology itself , but rather the misuse of the internet by individuals. "By uniting with everyone, including companies from various sectors and the government, we will have more strength to build a healthier internet . "
Given this scenario, it's important to take steps to navigate the internet more safely and responsibly. With that in mind, check out our video with a brief summary of 17 tips for the conscious and safe use of the internet.
Tips for the conscious and safe use of the internet.
#1 Check and update
Check your privacy settings on social media and update them whenever necessary. Don't leave personal information accessible to strangers.
#2 Secure websites
Use secure websites whenever possible. Those that have " https " (encrypted browsing), for example, are more secure.
#3 Pay attention to the “Terms and Conditions”
If you don't have time to read all the terms and conditions when registering on a new website, use tools like EULAlyzer , for example. This type of program analyzes the licenses.
#4 Report inappropriate content
Everyone is responsible for reporting inappropriate content found on the web. Do your part!
#5 Take care of your personal data
Remember that relationships established online deserve the same care as personal contact. Therefore, do not reveal personal information to strangers, nor leave your data saved in online conversations or emails. You could lose mobile devices or have some kind of disagreement with the person to whom you sent such information.
#6 Don't share intimate details online
If you have something intimate or confidential to tell someone and want to keep it secret, speak in person or make a phone call. Text, video, and audio messaging systems can be easily copied or shared.
#7 Think before you act
It's crucial to think before publishing any content. Control what you publish and who you publish it to . For example, on some social media platforms, you can choose what you want to make public and what only your friends can see.
#8 Caution and discretion
Avoid providing addresses of places you frequent, live, or study. Be very careful with check-in as well.
#9 Beware of strangers
Avoid making video calls with strangers. Your image can be manipulated and used to create embarrassing situations that can then be shared with friends and family.
#10 Your image is yours
Do not allow yourself to be photographed in compromising situations, and do not send any photos of yourself to third parties. No matter how much you trust the person receiving the material, the content could fall into the wrong hands.
#11 Keep a record of conversations and messages.
Choose to record conversations when you feel threatened. Block the aggressors' contact on your cell phone, chat, email, and social network.
#12 Strong Passwords
Use strong passwords , mixing numbers, letters, and other characters. Don't share your passwords with anyone. Don't reuse your passwords, and if you need to store them, do so in a secure location. Services offer mobile "tokens" to make password theft more difficult.
#13 Keep your network secure
Set a password for your Wi-Fi network and change the default router password.
#14 System updated and protected
Install antivirus software on your computer and keep it properly updated. Get into the habit of keeping the latest available updates from the operating system manufacturer.
#15 Safety at all times
Lock your screens whenever you leave your computer and get used to logging out when using public computers, or use the incognito mode of your preferred browser.
#16 Avoid passwords on shared devices
Perform operations involving passwords only on personal or individually used devices.
#17 Learn how to protect yourself
Learn how to remotely delete or block information on your smartphone; in case of theft, you can keep your data safe.
Security Tools
Furthermore, it's important to use tools that provide safer internet access. In our IT Guide for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses , we listed numerous solutions that can help you and your company maintain safer internet access. Some of the topics covered include:
- Backup
- Antivirus and Antimalware
- Routers and Switches
- Firewall and Internet Access Control
- VPN – Virtual Private Network
- Active Directory Domain Services
- Office Suite
- File Storage
- Business Email
- Corporate Communication
- Activity and Process Management
- Helpdesk and Service Management
- Video conferencing
You can access it whenever you want, or download the eBook; it's completely free.
Information and prevention are the best weapons against cyber threats.
Therefore , information and prevention are key words in the fight against security incidents, to avoid losses and to safeguard the reputation of companies.
A process that doesn't need to be difficult or complex. Because, on the market , there are simple, useful, and affordable solutions.
Without a doubt, preventing security incidents is more effective when internet access management and control are aligned with information security and compliance processes .
In practice, in addition to prevention , the best solutions productivity and profitability rates . Just do some research and compare.
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