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Définition de la cybersécurité : Qu’est-ce que la cybersécurité ?

La cybersécurité est l’application de la technologie, des processus et des contrôles pour protéger les systèmes, les réseaux, les programmes, les appareils et les données contre les cyberattaques.

Il vise à réduire le risque de cyberattaques et à protéger contre l’exploitation non autorisée des systèmes, des réseaux et des technologies.

Pourquoi la sécurité du réseau est-elle importante ?

Le coût d’une violation de la cybersécurité augmente. Les lois sur la protection de la vie privée telles que le RGPD (Règlement général sur la protection des données) et la DPA (Loi sur la protection des données) de 2018 peuvent entraîner de lourdes amendes pour les organisations qui violent la sécurité du réseau. Il y a aussi des coûts non financiers à prendre en compte, comme les atteintes à la réputation.

Les cyberattaques deviennent de plus en plus sophistiquées et continuent de gagner en sophistication, les attaquants employant des tactiques de plus en plus diverses. Il s’agit notamment de l’ingénierie sociale, des logiciels malveillants et des ransomwares.

La cybersécurité est une question importante au niveau du conseil d’administration

Les nouvelles réglementations et exigences en matière de rapports rendent difficile la surveillance des risques de cybersécurité. Les conseils d’administration ont besoin de l’assurance de la direction que leurs stratégies de cyberrisque réduiront le risque d’attaques et limiteront les répercussions financières et opérationnelles.

La cybercriminalité est une industrie en pleine croissance 

Selon Hidden Costs of Cybercrime, une étude réalisée en 2020 par McAfee et le Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), basée sur les données recueillies par Vanson Bourne décennie, l’économie mondiale perd plus de 1 000 milliards de dollars (environ 750 milliards de livres sterling) chaque année. Les incitations politiques, éthiques et sociales peuvent également encourager les attaquants.

Qui a besoin de cybersécurité ?

Il est faux de croire que vous ne vous souciez pas des cyber-attaquants. Toute personne connectée à Internet a besoin de la sécurité du réseau. En effet, la plupart des cyberattaques sont automatisées et visent à exploiter des vulnérabilités communes plutôt que des sites Web ou des organisations spécifiques.

Les types de menaces réseau et de cybermenaces courantes comprennent :

Les logiciels malveillants tels que les ransomwares, les botnets, les RAT (chevaux de Troie d’accès à distance), les rootkits et les bootkits, les logiciels espions, les chevaux de Troie, les virus et les vers.

Porte dérobée, permettant l’accès à distance.

Formjacking, insertion de code malveillant dans des formulaires en ligne.

Cryptojacking, installation illégale de logiciels de minage de crypto-monnaie.

Attaques DDoS (déni de service distribué), inondant les serveurs, les systèmes et les réseaux de trafic pour les mettre hors ligne.

Attaques d’empoisonnement DNS (Domain Name System), qui compromettent le DNS pour rediriger le trafic vers des sites Web malveillants.

Demandez à SoftFlow dès aujourd’hui quelles sont les cyber menaces auxquelles vous êtes confronté, les vulnérabilités qu’elles exploitent et les types d’attaques que les cybercriminels utilisent pour les exécuter. www.softflow.ca

Quels sont les 5 types de cybersécurité ?

1. Cybersécurité des infrastructures essentielles :

Les organisations d’infrastructures critiques sont souvent plus vulnérables aux attaques que d’autres, car les systèmes SCADA (contrôle de supervision et acquisition de données) reposent souvent sur des logiciels hérités.

Les opérateurs de services essentiels dans les secteurs de l’énergie, des transports, de la santé, de l’eau et des infrastructures numériques au Royaume-Uni, ainsi que les fournisseurs de services numériques sont concernés et liés par le NIS (Network and Information Systems Regulation 2018).

Entre autres dispositions, le règlement oblige les organisations à prendre les mesures techniques et organisationnelles appropriées pour gérer leurs risques de sécurité.

2. Sécurité du réseau

La sécurité réseau consiste à corriger les vulnérabilités affectant votre système d’exploitation et l’architecture de votre réseau, y compris les serveurs et les hôtes, les pare-feu et les points d’accès sans fil ainsi que les protocoles réseau.

3. Sécurité du cloud nuage

La sécurité du cloud est un ensemble de mesures de sécurité conçues pour protéger l’infrastructure basée sur le cloud et la sécurité des données et des applications. Ces mesures garantissent l’authentification des utilisateurs et des appareils, contrôlent l’accès aux données et aux ressources et protègent la confidentialité des données.

Types de sécurité Cloud :

La sécurité du cloud varie en fonction du type de cloud computing utilisé. Il existe quatre grandes catégories de cloud computing :

A-Services de cloud public exploités par un fournisseur de cloud public - Il s’agit notamment des logiciels en tant que service (SaaS), de l’infrastructure (IaaS) et des services de plate-forme (PaaS).

B-Services de cloud privé exploités par un fournisseur de cloud public - Ces services fournissent un environnement informatique dédié aux clients, exploité par un tiers.

C-Services de cloud privé exploités par les employés -In-house - Ces services sont une évolution du centre de données traditionnel, où les employés internes exploitent un environnement virtuel qu’ils contrôlent.

D-Services de cloud hybride - Les configurations de cloud privé et public peuvent être combinées, stockant les charges de travail et les données en fonction de facteurs d’optimisation tels que le coût, la sécurité, le mouvement des opérations et l’accès. L’opération impliquera du personnel interne et éventuellement un fournisseur de cloud public.

4. Sécurité IoT (Internet des objets)

La sécurité IoT concerne la sécurisation des appareils intelligents et des réseaux connectés à l'IoT. Les appareils IoT comprennent des éléments qui se connectent à Internet sans intervention humaine, tels que des systèmes d'alarme incendie intelligents, des lumières, des thermostats et autres.

 5. Sécurité des applications

La sécurité des applications est le processus de traitement des vulnérabilités de sécurité causées par un développement non sécurisé lors de la conception, du codage et de la publication d'un logiciel ou d'un site Web.

Cybersécurité vs sécurité de l'information : quelle est la différence ?

La cybersécurité est souvent confondue avec la sécurité de l'information. La cybersécurité se concentre sur la protection des systèmes informatiques contre les accès non autorisés, les dommages ou l'inaccessibilité.

La sécurité de l'information est une catégorie plus large qui protège tous les actifs informationnels, qu'ils soient sous forme papier ou numérique.

La cybersécurité en tant que service de sécurité informatique

SoftFlow comprend que la cybersécurité est un aspect très important pour toute organisation. Bénéficiez de leur assistance inégalée 24 heures sur 24, 7 jours sur 7, de leurs conseils d'experts et de leur protection continue pour répondre à la cybersécurité de votre organisation.

Appelez SoftFlow dès aujourd'hui pour découvrir comment vous pouvez bénéficier d'une ressource de cybersécurité externalisée avec un simple paiement mensuel.

Les défis de la cybersécurité

Réduire les risques de cybersécurité auxquels votre organisation est confrontée peut être un très grand défi. Cela est particulièrement vrai si vous êtes passé au travail à distance et avez moins de contrôle sur le comportement des employés et la sécurité des appareils.

Une approche efficace doit couvrir l'ensemble de votre infrastructure informatique et être basée sur des évaluations régulières des risques.

Apprenez-en plus sur l'évaluation des risques de cybersécurité et appelez SoftFlow pour un audit de sécurité réseau gratuit.

Quelles sont les conséquences d'une cyberattaque ?

Les cyberattaques peuvent coûter des milliards de dollars aux organisations et causer de graves dommages. Les organisations concernées risquent de perdre des données sensibles, tout en faisant face à des amendes et à une atteinte à leur réputation. Une gestion efficace de la cybersécurité doit provenir du plus haut niveau de l'organisation.

Une forte culture de la cybersécurité, renforcée par des formations régulières, permettra à chaque collaborateur de prendre conscience que la cybersécurité est sa responsabilité. Bonne sécurité et bonnes pratiques vont de pair.

Approche de cybersécurité

L'approche basée sur les risques de SoftFlow en matière de cybersécurité garantira que vos efforts sont concentrés là où ils sont le plus nécessaires.

L'utilisation d'évaluations régulières des risques de cybersécurité pour identifier et évaluer vos risques est le moyen le plus efficace et le plus rentable de protéger votre organisation.

Apprenez-en plus sur la gestion des cyber-risques avec SoftFlow dès aujourd'hui.

Check-list cybersécurité :

SoftFlow vous propose de renforcer vos cyber défense avec ces mesures de sécurité incontournables :

1. La formation sensibilise les collaborateurs

L'erreur humaine est une cause majeure de violation de données. Il est donc essentiel que vous dotiez vos employés des connaissances dont ils ont besoin pour faire face aux menaces auxquelles ils sont confrontés. La formation de sensibilisation des employés montrera aux employés comment les menaces de sécurité les affectent et les aidera à appliquer les conseils sur les meilleures pratiques à des situations réelles.

 2. Sécurité des applications

Les vulnérabilités des applications Web sont un point d'entrée commun pour les cybercriminels. Les applications jouant un rôle de plus en plus important dans les entreprises, il est essentiel de se concentrer sur la sécurité des applications Web.

3. Sécurité du réseau 

La sécurité du réseau est le processus de protection de la convivialité et de l'intégrité de votre réseau et de vos données. Ceci est réalisé en effectuant un test de pénétration du réseau, en évaluant votre réseau pour les vulnérabilités et les problèmes de sécurité.

4. Implication de la direction

La participation des dirigeants est essentielle à la résilience dans le cyberespace. Sans cela, il est difficile d'établir ou d'appliquer des processus efficaces. La haute direction doit être prête à investir dans les bonnes ressources de cybersécurité telles que la formation de sensibilisation.

5. Gestion des mots de passe

Près de la moitié de la population britannique utilise "password", "12356" ou "qwerty" comme mot de passe. SoftFlow vous suggère de mettre en œuvre une politique de gestion des mots de passe qui fournit des conseils pour garantir que les employés créent des mots de passe forts et les gardent en sécurité.

 Commencez votre parcours de cybersécurité dès aujourd'hui

Les administrateurs informatiques de SoftFlow ont une vaste expérience en sécurité informatique. Depuis plus de 35 ans, nous aidons des centaines d'organisations grâce à notre expertise approfondie de l'industrie et à notre approche pragmatique.

Tous nos consultants en informatique sont des praticiens qualifiés et expérimentés et nos services informatiques peuvent être adaptés aux organisations de toutes tailles.

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Definition of Cyber security : What is Cyber security?

Cybersecurity is the application of technology, processes, and controls to protect systems, networks, programs, devices, and data against cyberattacks. 

 It aims to reduce the risk of cyberattacks and protect against unauthorized exploitation of systems, networks and technologies. 

Why is network security important? 

The cost of a cybersecurity breach is rising. Privacy laws like GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and DPA (Data Protection Act) 2018 can lead to hefty fines for organizations that violate network security. There are also non-financial costs to consider such as reputational damage. 

Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated and continue to grow in sophistication, with attackers employing more and more diverse tactics. These include social engineering, malware and ransomware. 

Cybersecurity is an important board-level issue 

New regulations and reporting requirements make it a challenge to monitor cybersecurity risks. Boards need management assurance that their cyber risk strategies will reduce the risk of attacks and limit financial and operational impacts. 

Cybercrime is big business 

According to the Hidden Costs of Cybercrime, a 2020 study by McAfee and the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), based on data collected by Vanson Bourne decade, the global economy loses more than $1 trillion (about £750 billion) every year. Political, ethical, and social incentives can also encourage attackers. 

Who needs cybersecurity? 

It's wrong to believe that you don't care about cyber attackers. Anyone that is connected to the Internet needs network security. This is because most cyberattacks are automated and aim to exploit common vulnerabilities rather than specific websites or organizations. 

Types of Network threats and common cyber threats include: 

Malware such as Ransomware, botnets, RATs (Remote Access Trojans), rootkits and bootkits, spyware, Trojan horses, viruses and worms. 

 Backdoor, allowing remote access. 

 Formjacking, inserting malicious code into online forms. 

 Cryptojacking, illegal cryptocurrency mining software installation. 

 DDoS (distributed denial of service) attacks, flooding servers, systems, and networks with traffic to take them offline. 

 DNS (Domain Name System) poisoning attacks, which compromise DNS to redirect traffic to malicious websites. 

Ask SoftFlow today about the cyber threats you face, the vulnerabilities they exploit, and the types of attacks cybercriminals use to execute them.

What are the 5 types of cybersecurity? 

1. Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity:

Critical infrastructure organizations are often more vulnerable to attacks than others because SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) systems often rely on legacy software.

Operators of essential services in the energy, transport, health, water and digital infrastructure sectors in the UK, as well as digital service providers are affected and bound by the NIS (Network and Information Systems Regulation 2018). 

Among other provisions, the regulations oblige organizations to take appropriate technical and organizational measures to manage their security risks. 

 2. Network security 

Network security is about addressing vulnerabilities affecting your operating system and network architecture including servers and hosts, firewalls and wireless access points as well as network protocols. 

 3. Cloud security 

Cloud security is a set of security measures designed to protect cloud-based infrastructure the security of data and applications. These measures ensure user and device authentication, control access to data and resources and protect data privacy.

Types of Cloud Security :

Cloud security varies depending on the type of cloud computing used. There are four main categories of cloud computing: 

A-Public cloud services operated by a public cloud provider - These include software as a service (SaaS), infrastructure ( IaaS) and platform services (PaaS). 

 B-Private cloud services operated by a public cloud provider - These services provide a dedicated computing environment to customers, operated by a third party. 

 C-In-house employee-operated private cloud services - These services are an evolution of the traditional data center, where in-house employees operate a virtual environment they control. 

D- Hybrid Cloud Services - Private and public cloud configurations can be combined, storing workloads and data based on optimization factors such as cost, security, operations motion and access. The operation will involve internal staff and possibly a public cloud provider.

 4. IoT (Internet of Things) Security 

IoT security is concerned with securing smart devices and networks connected to IoT. IoT devices include things that connect to the internet without human intervention such as smart fire alarm systems, lights, thermostats and others. 

 5. Application security 

 Application security is the process of dealing with security vulnerabilities caused by unsafe development when designing, coding and releasing software or a website. 

Cybersecurity vs Information Security : What is the difference? 

Cybersecurity is often confused with information security. Cybersecurity focuses on protecting computer systems from unauthorized access or damage or inaccessibility. 

Information security is a broader category that protects all information assets whether in paper or digital form. 

Cyber Security as an IT Security Service 

SoftFlow understands that cybersecurity is a very important aspect for any organization. Benefit from their unmatched 24/7 support, expert advice and ongoing protection to meet your organization's cybersecurity. 

Call SoftFlow today to find out how you can benefit from an outsourced cybersecurity resource with a simple monthly payment. 

Cybersecurity challenges 

Reducing the cybersecurity risks your organization faces can be a very big challenge. This is especially true if you've moved to remote working and have less control over employee behavior and device security. 

 An effective approach should cover your entire IT infrastructure and be based on regular risk assessments. 

 Learn more about cybersecurity risk assessment and call SoftFlow for a free Network Security Audit.

What are the consequences of a cyber attack? 

Cyberattacks can cost organizations billions of dollars and cause severe damage. Affected organizations risk losing sensitive data, while also facing fines and reputational damage.Effective cybersecurity management must come from the highest level of the organization. 

 A strong culture of cybersecurity, reinforced by regular training, will ensure that every employee realizes that cybersecurity is their responsibility. Good safety and good practice go hand in hand. 

Cybersecurity Approach 

SoftFlow's risk-based approach to cybersecurity will ensure that your efforts are focused where they are needed most. 

Using regular cybersecurity risk assessments to identify and assess your risks is the most effective and cost-effective way to protect your organization. 

 Learn more about cyber risk management with SoftFlow today.

Cybersecurity checklist :

SoftFlow suggests that you strengthen your cyber defenses with these must-have security measures: 

1. Training raise employee awareness  

 Human error is a major cause of data breaches. It is therefore essential that you equip your employees with the knowledge they need to deal with the threats they face. Employee awareness training will show employees how security threats affect them and help them apply best practice advice to real-life situations. 

 2. Application security 

Web application vulnerabilities are a common entry point for cybercriminals. As applications play an increasingly important role in businesses, it is essential to focus on web application security. 

 3. Network security 

Network security is the process of protecting the usability and integrity of your network and data. This is achieved by performing a network penetration test, evaluating your network for vulnerabilities and security issues. 

4. Leadership Involvement 

Leadership involvement is critical to resilience in cyberspace. Without it, it is difficult to establish or enforce effective processes. Senior management must be prepared to invest in the right cybersecurity resources such as awareness training. 

 5. Password management 

Almost half of the UK population uses 'password', '12356' or 'qwerty' as their password. SoftFlow suggests that you should implement a password management policy that provides guidance to ensure employees create strong passwords and keep them safe. 

Start your cyber security journey today 

SoftFlow's IT administrators have extensive experience in IT security. For over 35 years, we've helped hundreds of organizations with our deep industry expertise and pragmatic approach. All of our IT consultants are qualified and experienced practitioners and our IT services can be tailored to organizations of all sizes. 

SoftFlow Informatique is a Montreal based IT security firm specializing in IT Services and IT Support since 1987! Browse through our wide range of products to get your project started: www.softflow.ca .

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We are proud to have SOPHOS as a partner in IT Security.

Sophos is a global pioneer in next-generation cybersecurity, defending over 500,000 businesses and millions of consumers in over 150 countries against today’s most sophisticated cyberthreats. Sophos supplies a broad spectrum of advanced solutions and services to defend users, networks, and endpoints against ransomware, malware, exploits, phishing, and a wide range of other threats, thanks to threat intelligence, AI, and machine learning from SophosLabs and SophosAI. Sophos Central is a single cloud-based management console that serves as the hub of an adaptive cybersecurity ecosystem that includes a consolidated data lake and a rich set of open APIs for customers, partners, developers, and other cybersecurity suppliers. Sophos sells its products and services all around the world through resellers and managed service providers (MSPs) such as SoftFlow in Montreal. Sophos is based in Oxford, England.

Sophos Email Appliances, part of Sophos Email Security and Control, protect the email gateway from spam, phishing, viruses, spyware and other malware, and employ effective content monitoring and filtering to prevent the loss of confidential or sensitive information via email. Built on an intelligent managed appliance platform, powered by Sophos Labs proactive protection and backed by Sophos’s unrivaled 24/7 support, Sophos Email Appliances deliver complete gateway security with less effort and greater peace of mind.

For more information, please visit www.sophos.com.

What are the Advantages of using Sophos?

*Blocks more than 99 percent of spam at the email gateway

*Provides industry-leading protection against viruses, spyware, and trojans in both inbound and outbound email

*Enforces acceptable email use and prevents information leakage with easily configurable inbound and outbound policies

*Updates automatically every five minutes with the latest protection from Sophos Labs, a global network of threat analysis centers

*Provides at-a-glance views of system performance via a web based dashboard

*Simplifies administration via a “three-clicks-to-anywhere” management console

*Includes remote “heartbeat” monitoring and on-demand remote assistance

*Includes TLS encryption for enhanced security

*Integrates easily with a range of LDAP services

*Eliminates the need for additional storage, with a large onboard message quarantine

*Reduces help desk administration, through end-to-end message tracking

*Ensures maximum availability with built-in diagnostics and system redundancy

*Provides on-demand remote assistance via reverse-tunnel SSH connection

*Includes 24x7x365 support for the duration of the license and Sophos can be contacted for one-to-one assistance at any time

Our cyber security IT services include:

A- Secure Content Management / Internet Security 

Complete web and email security solution with protection from spyware, inappropriate web content, viruses, spam, malicious code, and more…

B- Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems

Protects critical network systems and applications, thus preserving the availability, integrity and confidentiality of data as well as ensuring business availability.

C- Policies and Design

Defining the proper policies and procedures based on a specific environment by setting up the proper security features.

D- Managed IT Security Services

Optimization of the usage of security services to best meet IT needs and keep on providing the best IT security enhancements based on the latest security updates.

E- IT Auditing

Tracking of all ongoing operations in a critical environment and auditing all the events occurring based on a given criteria. Identification of vulnerabilities as well as weaknesses within the client’s IT environment and making recommendations accordingly based on best business & IT practices.

F- Security Hardware and Software

The use of a good anti-virus on the server, on all computers  and on the website is essential to a stable IT environment. The use of a good firewall for Small to Medium Businesses that have servers is becoming more and more popular and important to have as hackers are getting more advanced in technology.

Definition of Cyber security : What is Cyber security?

Cybersecurity is the application of technology, processes, and controls to protect systems, networks, programs, devices, and data against cyberattacks.

 It aims to reduce the risk of cyberattacks and protect against unauthorized exploitation of systems, networks and technologies.

Why is network security important? 

The cost of a cybersecurity breach is rising. Privacy laws like GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and DPA (Data Protection Act) 2018 can lead to hefty fines for organizations that violate network security. There are also non-financial costs to consider such as reputational damage.

Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated and continue to grow in sophistication, with attackers employing more and more diverse tactics. These include social engineering, malware and ransomware.

Cybersecurity is an important board-level issue 

New regulations and reporting requirements make it a challenge to monitor cybersecurity risks. Boards need management assurance that their cyber risk strategies will reduce the risk of attacks and limit financial and operational impacts.

Cybercrime is big business 

According to the Hidden Costs of Cybercrime, a 2020 study by McAfee and the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), based on data collected by Vanson Bourne decade, the global economy loses more than $1 trillion (about £750 billion) every year. Political, ethical, and social incentives can also encourage attackers.

Who needs cybersecurity? 

It’s wrong to believe that you don’t care about cyber attackers. Anyone that is connected to the Internet needs network security. This is because most cyberattacks are automated and aim to exploit common vulnerabilities rather than specific websites or organizations.

Types of Network threats and common cyber threats include: 

1. Malware such as Ransomware, botnets, RATs (Remote Access Trojans), rootkits and bootkits, spyware, Trojan horses, viruses and worms.

2. Backdoor, allowing remote access.

3. Formjacking, inserting malicious code into online forms.

4. Cryptojacking, illegal cryptocurrency mining software installation.

5. DDoS (distributed denial of service) attacks, flooding servers, systems, and networks with traffic to take them offline.

6. DNS (Domain Name System) poisoning attacks, which compromise DNS to redirect traffic to malicious websites.

What are the 5 types of cybersecurity? 

1. Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity:

Critical infrastructure organizations are often more vulnerable to attacks than others because SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) systems often rely on legacy software.

Operators of essential services in the energy, transport, health, water and digital infrastructure sectors in the UK, as well as digital service providers are affected and bound by the NIS (Network and Information Systems Regulation 2018).

Among other provisions, the regulations oblige organizations to take appropriate technical and organizational measures to manage their security risks.

 2. Network security 

Network security is about addressing vulnerabilities affecting your operating system and network architecture including servers and hosts, firewalls and wireless access points as well as network protocols.

 3. Cloud security 

Cloud security is a set of security measures designed to protect cloud-based infrastructure the security of data and applications. These measures ensure user and device authentication, control access to data and resources and protect data privacy.

Types of Cloud Security :

Cloud security varies depending on the type of cloud computing used. There are four main categories of cloud computing:

A-Public cloud services operated by a public cloud provider – These include software as a service (SaaS), infrastructure ( IaaS) and platform services (PaaS).

B- Private cloud services operated by a public cloud provider – These services provide a dedicated computing environment to customers, operated by a third party.

C-In-house employee-operated private cloud services – These services are an evolution of the traditional data center, where in-house employees operate a virtual environment they control.

D- Hybrid Cloud Services – Private and public cloud configurations can be combined, storing workloads and data based on optimization factors such as cost, security, operations motion and access. The operation will involve internal staff and possibly a public cloud provider.

 4. IoT (Internet of Things) Security 

IoT security is concerned with securing smart devices and networks connected to IoT. IoT devices include things that connect to the internet without human intervention such as smart fire alarm systems, lights, thermostats and others.

 5. Application security 

 Application security is the process of dealing with security vulnerabilities caused by unsafe development when designing, coding and releasing software or a website.

Cybersecurity vs Information Security : What is the difference? 

Cybersecurity is often confused with information security. Cybersecurity focuses on protecting computer systems from unauthorized access or damage or inaccessibility.

Information security is a broader category that protects all information assets whether in paper or digital form.

Cyber Security as an IT Security Service 

SoftFlow understands that cybersecurity is a very important aspect for any organization. Benefit from their unmatched 24/7 support, expert advice and ongoing protection to meet your organization’s cybersecurity.

Cybersecurity challenges

Reducing the cybersecurity risks your organization faces can be a very big challenge. This is especially true if you’ve moved to remote working and have less control over employee behavior and device security.

 An effective approach should cover your entire IT infrastructure and be based on regular risk assessments.

What are the consequences of a cyber attack?

Cyberattacks can cost organizations billions of dollars and cause severe damage. Affected organizations risk losing sensitive data, while also facing fines and reputational damage.Effective cybersecurity management must come from the highest level of the organization.

 A strong culture of cybersecurity, reinforced by regular training, will ensure that every employee realizes that cybersecurity is their responsibility. Good safety and good practice go hand in hand.

Cybersecurity Approach 

SoftFlow’s risk-based approach to cybersecurity will ensure that your efforts are focused where they are needed most.

Using regular cybersecurity risk assessments to identify and assess your risks is the most effective and cost-effective way to protect your organization.

Cybersecurity checklist :

SoftFlow suggests that you strengthen your cyber defenses with these must-have security measures:

1. Training raise employee awareness  

 Human error is a major cause of data breaches. It is therefore essential that you equip your employees with the knowledge they need to deal with the threats they face. Employee awareness training will show employees how security threats affect them and help them apply best practice advice to real-life situations.

2. Application security 

Web application vulnerabilities are a common entry point for cybercriminals. As applications play an increasingly important role in businesses, it is essential to focus on web application security.

3. Network security 

Network security is the process of protecting the usability and integrity of your network and data. This is achieved by performing a network penetration test, evaluating your network for vulnerabilities and security issues.

4. Leadership Involvement 

Leadership involvement is critical to resilience in cyberspace. Without it, it is difficult to establish or enforce effective processes. Senior management must be prepared to invest in the right cybersecurity resources such as awareness training.

5. Password management 

Almost half of the UK population uses ‘password’, ‘12356’ or ‘qwerty’ as their password. SoftFlow suggests that you should implement a password management policy that provides guidance to ensure employees create strong passwords and keep them safe.

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SoftFlow’s IT administrators have extensive experience in IT security. For over 35 years, we’ve helped hundreds of organizations with our deep industry expertise and pragmatic approach. All of our IT consultants are qualified and experienced practitioners and our IT services can be tailored to organizations of all sizes.

SoftFlow Informatique is a Montreal based IT security firm specializing in IT Services and IT Support since 1987.