At Computer Doc, we see all too frequently hardworking businesses just like yours halted in their tracks due to cybersecurity breaches stemming from the dark web. Cybercrimes are surging, as a result of our technological advancements and the digital era we live in. On average, Ponemon found that hackers and cybercriminals cost organizations $607,745 per incident. And as if that’s not bad enough, nearly 60 percent of small businesses must close within six months of a cyberattack due to financial and reputational strains.
But the threat doesn’t end with your company. Oftentimes, data and credentials find their way into the dark web, a complex network cloaked in unidentifiable VPNs where anonymity facilitates a playground for criminal activity.
Experian compiled a list of what your data sells for on the black market. Nonfinancial login credentials go for as low as $1. Payment service logins, like PayPal, can fetch criminals up to $200. And for those dealing with medical records – those can sell for up to $1,000!
So, what can you do to fight back against these malicious acts? Here are four ways to maintain dark web protection in the area and keep your data safe and sound.
1. Use Threat Monitoring and Response Tools
These specialized scanners identify and monitor at-risk credentials and send alerts when hackers try to access your sensitive information. They notify you as to which information is compromised, giving you time to respond and secure your identity and accounts. Threat scanning helps you react quickly so you can mitigate your risks.
2. Dark Web Education
You can train your employees to act and react with company security in mind. Through security awareness and phishing simulations, your staff can learn how to better protect and defend your data. Regular cybersecurity training can also help ensure that everyone understands the newest cybersecurity threats and prevention methods.
3. Security Tools
There’s a wide variety of security tools that can be deployed to secure your networks, such as multifactor authentication, single sign-on and secure password vaults. You can also install automated software that continually keeps your passwords fresh and your networks secure.
4. Invest in Quality IT Services
Manage service providers, like our team, are ready to take 24/7 monitoring and worry off your hands. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to technology solutions, and having an expert understand your unique infrastructure, needs, demands and goals can help ensure you have all the right tools you need, and nothing that you don’t.
With the right technology partner by your side, you can align cybersecurity and dark web protection with your business priorities. We’ll deploy forward-thinking managed services that identify your company’s vulnerabilities and keep your business operating smoothly. To learn more about our services, reach out to us today!
