Basic cyber security solution that businesses should have in 2023
- Anti-virus software - This is used to protect computers from viruses and other malicious software.
- 2.Firewalls - These are used to block unauthorized access to a network.
- Intrusion detection systems - These are used to detect and respond to attempted intrusions into a network.
- Data encryption- This is used to protect data from being accessed by unauthorized people.
- Access control lists- These are used to restrict access to certain resources.
- Security policies- These are used to define what is and is not allowed in terms of security
- Training - This is used to ensure that employees are aware of the importance of cyber security and how to protect the company's data.
- Fiona Lewis, Co-Founder of Notta
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
Endpoint Detection and Response systems offer advanced threat detection services and it helps stop threats in real-time. When the system recognizes threats, this system will respond to such threats. If a cybercriminal connects to your network, the EDR system will detect the device and provide detailed information about that device. If there happens to be a data breach, this system will help you check the list of users who connected to your network and determine the reason behind the data breach.
Symantec Endpoint Protection, FireEye Endpoint Security, and CrowdStrike Falcon Insight are a few top EDR tools.
Antivirus Software
Antivirus software is something that will keep your business secure by identifying viruses and other malware. Antivirus software will scan emails and make sure the attachments you download are not malicious. Having updated antivirus software must be an important component of your cybersecurity strategy.
Norton Antivirus, Avira antivirus, Bitdefender Antivirus, and Kaspersky antivirus are examples of antivirus tools.
Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)
A strong Firewall will protect your device against a wide range of threats. It is considered an important security tool as it will block unauthorized access to your device. This tool will monitor network traffic and will block malicious traffic. Next-generation firewalls inspect data packets you send and receive. Your firewall will automatically identify and discard data packets that are problematic. While securing your network, a next-generation firewall will also secure the connections of outsiders accessing your network.
FortiGate NGFW, and Check Point NGFW, are examples of firewalls you can consider for your network.
Domain Name System (DNS) Protection
Domain Name System protection will prevent employees from accidentally landing on malicious websites and adds an extra layer of security. It will also help businesses filter content they do not want their employees to access. By using secure DNS servers, you can avoid the unnecessary risks of malicious attacks.
Comodo Dragon Secure Internet Gateway, DNSFilter, and Cloudflare are among the top DNS protection solutions.
Email Gateway Security
Email Gateway Security is used to monitor emails sent and received. It will help make sure only good emails are delivered and prevent unwanted emails from being delivered. Emails with fraudulent content, spam, malware, etc., are considered unwanted. When your business uses an email gateway security system, users using your email service will not receive malicious emails you identify as unwanted. This way, you can keep threats at bay.
FireEye Email Security, Symantec Email Security.cloud, and Forcepoint Email Security are a few email gateway security solutions.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention (IDS/IPS)
Intrusion detection systems will help you block various kinds of threats by monitoring your network traffic and examining data packets. It will not block traffic to your network unless it notes something suspicious. In such cases, this system will alert you of the threat.
Cisco Secure IPS (NGIPS) and IBM Intrusion Detection and Prevention System (IDPS) Management are examples of intrusion detection and prevention tools.
Endpoint Protection
Protecting the endpoints of a network, i.e., desktops, laptops, and other devices, from cyberattacks and other threats is endpoint protection. Endpoint protection can identify threats in devices users connect to your network and it will protect your sensitive data.
ESET Endpoint Security, Trend Micro Apex One, and Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection are a few endpoint security tools.
- Firewalls and network security It can detect anomalies in your connection setups.
- Data Encryption When your data is stolen, it will be useless for hackers or thieves when your data is encrypted.
- Email Protection Establish good email security to protect your business from phishing attacks and impostor threats.
- Antivirus helps in preventing your tools and systems from being infected.