Network security attacks are capturing headlines, often with information regarding the size of the attack, who was behind it, who all were affected and most importantly what all information was leaked or the severity of the attack.
Mistakes are in human nature and are inevitable but we can surely rectify them on time and make sure that they are not repeated. Herein, we’ll learn about 5 serious and common mistakes that we often make with our network security and don’t even have a hint about them:
1.) Using Unknown and unsecured devices: We as humans are unbothered about our devices especially when it comes to sharing our laptops, USBs, Mobile phones and pen drives etc. But oftentimes, when using a shared device, we are making our information more prone to a cyber-attack.
Therefore, it should always be kept in our mind to check if the electronic gadgets that we are using are virus free. We should refrain as much as possible from sharing our electronic devices. Even if we do use a shared device make sure you delete every information that you previously put in and double-check before returning the device.
Herein, comes the best use of the zero-trust policy which states that you shouldn’t trust anyone blindly with your informational assets even your employees.
2.) Using a traditional Virtual Private Network (VPN): Companies now adopting work from home and hiring remote employees and also navigating to cloud computing. With migration and remote working environments, VPNs have gained utter importance.
Traditional VPN services are way too tolerant, allowing staff to access their company’s network for their day-to-day work. Leading to, these resources assuming unwarranted visibility and becoming more receptive to compromise.
3.) Using weak passwords: Passwords are considered to be the most safeguard way of protecting your informational assets. Therefore, when it comes to choosing a password, one must keep in mind that it should be strong enough to be cracked easily.
Choosing a weaker password may make it easier for the hacker to guess therefore jeopardizing all of your informational assets.
4.) Default configuration and passwords in security control: Some devices have authentication systems embedded in them. Also, the default system and password. Certain people who keep guessable passwords using default configuration should change them frequently.
This is because attackers can easily hack such passwords and intrude into our systems to steal away all the necessary informational assets.
5.) Unauthorized Application Installation: Another common yet most made network security error that is posed is installing applications that are unauthorized using a particular network.
This can possess a big threat to the organization as it takes a few small steps to set up a small program that could jeopardize your whole IT network.