The principles of maintaining good hygiene for your health also apply to your company’s cybersecurity. Cyber hygiene refers to developing consistent, smart practices to protect business data and prevent future issues. Here are a few good habits to implement into your IT routine to maintain good and safe cyber hygiene.
Outdated software is one of the most common entry points for cybercriminals. Regular updates fix known vulnerabilities and strengthen system security. Whenever possible, enable automatic updates on all devices and applications, and don’t ignore update notifications. Older computers and smartphones may also need updates to maintain performance and continue receiving service notifications.
Whether it’s a virus, hardware failure, or ransomware attack, reliable backups can mean the difference between quick recovery and significant loss. Set up automatic backups to secure cloud services, and regularly test your recovery process to ensure everything works as expected.
Strong encryption, the process of converting information into a code, helps protect business data both in transit and at rest. A firewall and VPN also add layers of defense against cybercriminals.
Your website is a valuable asset, and a potential target for attackers. Regular vulnerability scans help you detect weaknesses in your website, applications, and systems before cybercriminals can exploit them. ICC offers tools that scan for outdated plugins, exposed databases, misconfigured settings, and other security gaps.
Cyber resilience is just as important as cybersecurity. Cyber resilience helps a business recover from a security breach. A response plan will help you prepare for the worst. A clear and practiced plan can help save time, money, and your company’s reputation. Visit our blog post on steps to creating an incident response plan.
Just like personal hygiene, cyber hygiene isn’t a one-time task, it’s an ongoing routine that keeps your business safe in an ever-evolving digital world. ICC can help you develop a maintenance plan to stay ahead of threats and safeguard your data. Start today by contacting us and speaking to one of our expert team members.
July 7, 2025
