According to Statista, the average cost of experiencing a data breach is around $3.86 million. That’s why business leaders need to ensure that their cybersecurity stays on point to avoid becoming victims of cybercrime.

To help you out, we’ve developed ten things you can do to make your business more secure moving forward.

Ensure you keep your operating system and apps updated to prevent known exploits from occurring.

Make it a habit to frequently change passwords on your network devices.

Upgrading end-of-service versions of company software can prevent cybersecurity gaps from being exploited.

Keep employees trained and aware of cyber-attacks, and report suspicious activity as soon as possible.

Make backups and test them each month. You should also keep offline versions of your files for added safety.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) can be extremely useful in ensuring that only authorized personnel can access certain areas of your network.

Make sure you remove any internet-facing management consoles to keep internal access to employees only.

Keep everyone on the same page by providing regular security awareness training.

Assess your cybersecurity policies to ensure they can still address and manage today’s digital threats.

Ensure your network has the appropriate firewall to keep cybercriminals at bay.

If you need help with your cybersecurity measures, BetterWorld Technology is here to guide you on what you need. Get in touch with our team today to learn more.