Technology Trends
The cybersecurity landscape changes frequently. It is importent to stay up-to-date with Technology trends
Technology Trends
It’s hard to keep track of the latest IT related trends and compliance requirments, but staying on top of these and learning how to use them as part of your cybersecurity plan will give you an edge over your competition.
Zero Trust
Instead of assuming everything behind the corporate firewall is safe, the Zero Trust model assumes breach and verifies each request as though it originates from an open network. Regardless of where the request originates or what resource it accesses, Zero Trust teaches us to “never trust, always verify.”
Zero Trust Tips
- Always authenticate and authorize based on all available data points, including user identity, location, device health, service or workload, data classification, and anomalies.
- Limit user access with just-in-time and just-enough-access (JIT/JEA), risk-based adaptive polices, and data protection to help secure both data and productivity.
- Minimize blast radius and segment access. Verify end-to-end encryption and use analytics to get visibility, drive threat detection, and improve defenses.
Cyber Liability Insurance
Cyber liability insurance is a policy taken out by an organization to cover expenses following a breach. Like any insurance policy, it’s important to read the fine print to make sure you understand exactly what is covered.
Cyber Liability Insurance Tips
- Many cyber liability insurance policies consider a state-sponsored cyberattack to be an act of war and refuse to pay claims for these attacks.
- Many insurance companies offer cyber liability insurance as part of generalized business insurance. Chances are that this add-on coverage will not offer you the protection you need if a breach occurs.
- You will be better off purchasing a stand-alone cyber risk insurance policy rather than relying on add-ons to your existing business policies.
- Keep an eye out for loopholes that will allow them to wiggle out of paying a claim.
Internet of Things (IoT)
Internet of Things (IoT) has become a primary target for cybercriminals. The repeated security incidents on IoT devices represent a rising trend for IoT attacks.
IoT Tips
- Smart Home devices and Smart Phones listen 24/7. Be aware of these devices when your trying to have a private conversation. You vendor may have signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) but your smart device did not.
- Make sure device firmware is always up to date and your devices are not end of life.
- Use multi-factor authentication when accessing video camera systems to prevent bad actors from veiwing or listening without you being aware.
Government Compliance
Every industry has a unique set of regulatory requirements to ensure that your cybersecurity plan meets their standards of efficacy and client privacy. It’s helpful to understand these regulations when you set up your cybersecurity strategy to avoid costly violations and fines.
Government Compliance Tips
- This part of your cybersecurity plan will require professional help from a lawyer or an MSP like ATS.
- Every industry has these regulations, from HIPAA in healthcare to the Department of Defense (DOD) NIST and CMMC.
- Regulations are constantly changing, and the penalties are far too risky to tackle alone.
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