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Organizations are rethinking how they protect their systems. Cyberattacks have become faster, more automated, and more capable of bypassing traditional security tools. At OFM, we have seen that relying on detection alone is no longer enough.

For now, users concerned about leaked passwords and other sensitive information are urged to take a few actions, as advised by CyberNews.

OFM recommends and implements a backup solution that addresses the risks presented by data loss associated with hardware malfunctions, human error, cyber events and adverse events resulting from natural processes. Our solution is Air Gapped and offers an aspect often overlooked or unknown. Immutability. Immutable backups protect data by making it fixed and unchangeable, and maintain the desired number of recovery points while preventing any source from tampering with existing data storage blocks. When implemented properly, businesses enjoy the benefit of having a collection of backups that guarantee recovery by finding and recovering the last clean backup you have on record. Immutable backups significantly lower the risk related to accidental and intentional deletion of data, as well as ransomware attacks or other cyber events. Immutable backups are one component OFM’s Security Stack we recommend to cost effectively address the risks which confront small businesses.

How to Strengthen Your IT Environment With Layers of Protection In simple terms, DiD is a cybersecurity approach in which multiple defensive methods are layered to protect an organization. Since no individual security measure is guaranteed to endure every attack, combining several layers of security is more effective. This layering approach was first conceived by the National Security Agency (NSA) and is inspired by a military tactic of the same name. But in IT, the approach is intended to prevent an incident and not delay it as in the military.

Backup and disaster recovery are crucial for safeguarding businesses, particularly small & medium-sized, from the serious consequences of data loss and operational disruptions. Whether caused by human error, cyberattacks, or natural disasters, the fallout can include costly downtime, reputation damage, regulatory penalties, and even business closure. Prioritizing a comprehensive solution ensures secure data backup, rapid recovery, and uninterrupted operations, often leveraging cloud technology. Key terms like Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO) measure downtime and potential data loss. Implementing effective backup and disaster recovery strategies offer benefits such as protection from natural disasters, cyberattack resilience, data security, quick recovery, error mitigation, and system failure preparedness, all contributing to business resilience and peace of mind.

Avoiding data loss at any cost is vital for your business to survive and thrive. It is, therefore, highly recommended to have the right BDR provider to maintain control of business-critical data. If you are confused about how to take the first step, do not worry. We are here to help. Our BDR expertise can help your business sail smoothly without being caught in the whirlpool of data loss. Contact us now to learn more.

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications are more in use than ever before. Almost every company uses either one or the other SaaS application on a daily basis. The global SaaS market size is expected to reach $185.8 billion by 2024 as businesses move online and adapt to the cloud for an agile and lean growth model. However, most companies operate under the misconception that SaaS providers are responsible for the protection of their data. In the 2020 IT Operations Survey Report, about 60% of the participants — IT leaders, IT managers and technicians from small and midsize businesses (SMBs) — believed that their data remains private and secure in the cloud, which is true but only to a certain extent. And only one-third of the SMBs backed up their SaaS application data. There are significant limitations to SaaS data protection provided by cloud vendors. While cloud service providers do manage the network, OS and application side of things, the companies themselves are responsible for the data housed in the cloud and on cloud applications.

With the business world heavily reliant on digitalization in this day and age, the use of technology in your organization is unavoidable. Although technology can undeniably give your business an advantage in increasingly competitive markets, there are many troublesome areas to keep an eye on. This is why interest in cybersecurity has risen in recent years. Password protection is the best place to start if you want to ramp up your cybersecurity. Setting a password to secure an entity’s data is called password protection. Only those with passwords can access information or accounts once data is password-protected. However, because of the frequent use of passwords, people tend to overlook their significance and make careless mistakes, which could lead to breaches in security.

Bolster Cyber Defenses With Routine Security Tests Businesses today face a range of cybersecurity threats, from social engineering attacks like phishing to sophisticated ransomware. For business leaders like you, protecting your network is crucial since it is the lifeline of your business. Any vulnerability in your network can compromise your sensitive data, operational integrity and stakeholder trust. That’s why you must understand and address these threats through proactive measures, such as routine security scans and network testing.

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, where cyber threats and vulnerabilities continually emerge, it’s obvious that eliminating all risk is impossible. Yet, there’s a powerful strategy that can help address your organization’s most critical security gaps, threats and vulnerabilities — comprehensive cyber risk management. Implementing a well-thought-out cyber risk management strategy can significantly reduce overall risks and strengthen your cyber defenses. To understand the profound impact of this approach, continue reading as we delve into the nuances that make it a game changer in digital security.

For businesses, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions offer unparalleled opportunities to enhance efficiency, scalability and overall operations. However, growing SaaS backup-related misconceptions also have the potential to hurt your business growth.