Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Best Practices for Data Protection
October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a reminder that in today’s digital world, protecting data is just as critical as protecting physical assets. From ransomware attacks to phishing emails, cyber risks are growing more sophisticated; and no business, large or small, is immune.
At Tower Street Insurance & Risk Management, we help businesses identify vulnerabilities, implement protective measures, and secure insurance coverage that mitigates the financial and reputational impact of a breach. This month, we’re sharing key risk management tips to help safeguard your data and your organization’s future.
1. Train Your Employees
Human error is one of the leading causes of cyber incidents. Regular training on phishing recognition, password techniques, and secure data handling is essential. Make cybersecurity awareness part of your company culture, not just a once-a-year conversation.
2. Strengthen Access Controls
Limit employee access to sensitive systems and data based on job responsibilities. Require strong, unique passwords and implement multi-factor authentication wherever possible to prevent unauthorized access.
3. Keep Systems Updated
Hackers often exploit outdated software. Ensure operating systems, applications, and security programs are regularly updated with the latest patches. Automating updates can help reduce gaps in protection.
4. Back Up Data
Create regular, encrypted backups of critical information and store them securely offsite or in the cloud. Test your restoration process so that your business can recover quickly in the event of ransomware or data corruption.
5. Develop an Incident Response Plan
When a breach occurs, every second counts. A documented response plan ensures your team knows how to contain the threat, communicate effectively, and notify necessary parties.
6. Review Your Cyber Insurance Coverage
Even with best practices in place, no system is 100% secure. Cyber insurance provides a financial safety net, covering expenses such as data restoration, legal fees, regulatory fines, and even reputational recovery. Our team at Tower Street works with top carriers to tailor cyber policies that fit your unique risk profile.
Tower Street Helps Protect You
Now is the time to strengthen your defenses. Cyber threats don’t wait, and neither should your protection strategy. At Tower Street Insurance, Our risk management approach goes beyond insurance. Contact us today to review your cyber risk management program and ensure your business is prepared for whatever comes next.
Call us at 469-788-8888 or email us at admin@towerstreetinsurance.com for expert guidance. Get a Free Quote to see how we can help you save while staying protected. Choose Tower Street Insurance, where expertise meets opportunity.