Keep your data safe: Cybersecurity for MSMEs
What is a security policy?
It is an informal document that outlines the organization’s approach to information security
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It is a formal document that sets the rules, guidelines, and responsibilities for protecting the company’s assets, data, and systems from potential threats and unauthorized access
A policy to protect only the company’s assets
Why it is important to understand the cybersecurity and the security policies?
Security policies play a significant role in preventing data breaches and cyber-attacks
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Understanding cybersecurity allows individuals to be aware of the various cyber threats and risks that exist in the digital landscape
Cybersecurity measures protect sensitive and confidential data from unauthorized access, theft, or misuse
Please, indicate which answer is true:
Cyber-attacks can cause negligible financial losses to MSMEs
Customers and partners often do not prioritise security when choosing business partners, making cyber security a valuable differentiator
A successful cyber-attack can damage an MSME’s reputation, leading to a loss of customers and opportunities
Educating staff about best practices, potential threats, and security policies help create a strong security culture within the organization
Please, point out the common cybersecurity threats to MSMEs
Insider treats, Infections and Well-configured security settings
Phishing Attacks, Supply Chain Attacks, Unsecured IoT Devices
Data Breaches, Weak Passwords and Authentication, Malware Infections
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What steps an MSME can take to assess its cyber security vulnerabilities?
Identify Assets and Data, Conduct a Risk Assessment and Check Physical Security
Ensuring wi-fi network security, Penetration Testing and Evaluate Software and Applications
The three answers are correct
Check Physical Security, Examine Employee Awareness and Review Password Policies