‘Tis the season for gift-giving joy, but beware—the Grinches of cyberspace are plotting holiday scams and theft! Fear not, savvy readers, as Chicago-based cybersecurity firm Keeper Security unwraps the cybersecurity measures to outsmart those digital scrooges, ensuring your festive season stays merry and hack-free!
As businesses gear up for the annual surge in consumer activity, cybercriminals are exploiting the increased traffic and sales volume to target retailers through various tactics, including phishing attacks, ransomware, malware, and business email compromise.
In response to these threats, Keeper Security, a provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software, is offering practical cybersecurity best practices for small businesses. The focus is on safeguarding sensitive systems and customer data during what is traditionally the busiest shopping week of the year.
Recommended Cybersecurity Measures
The recommended measures include employee training to combat the human element in security breaches, emphasizing the importance of regular cybersecurity training and phishing tests. Retailers should keep their systems and software up to date with security patches, install and regularly update antivirus software, and secure payment processing through trusted tools and privileged access management.
Protect customer data by regularly backing up data, controlling access, and reviewing data collection practices to eliminate unnecessary information. Implement an enterprise password manager to defend against weak and compromised passwords.
Fortify network security by securing WiFi networks with strong passwords, enabling encryption and utilizing Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for secure remote connections. By adopting these cybersecurity measures, retailers and small businesses can enhance their security posture, minimizing the risk of cyber threats during the high-stakes period of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Source: Keeper Security Provides Cybersecurity Warning for Retailers This Holiday Shopping Season