Malware

New areas of concern come in the form of malware from devices such as mobile phones, USB and Bring Your Own devices (BYODs). Additionally, the downloading of files and employees sharing data externally are also risky practices that should be monitored.

Malware is designed to harm your computer and come in the form of: 

• Botnets that infect internet-connected devices;
• Ransomware attacks that encrypt your information for ransom;
• Remote-Access Trojans use back-doors to gain access;
• Bootkits and rootkits infect start-up codes;
• Spyware monitor and harvest your personal information;
• Viruses and Worms attach to computer files, replicate and spread.

GDPR

The General Data Protection (GDPR) rightly draws attention to the importance of your customers' data, and the responsibility of businesses who use that data, to protect it. Businesses that put a strong emphasis on data protection have a competitive advantage in a world where data is one of the most valuable assets of business.

In 2018, the cyber-crime economy was estimated to be worth $1.5 trillion. Viruses that did not exist a few weeks ago could be robust enough to destroy your business in minutes. Security strategies need to be put in place at board level to track new regulations and take proactive actions alongside new types of cyber attacks.

Comcen can help you with protecting your data, systems, networks and programs.