Protect yourself while conducting business virtually in the time of COVID-19 by following these steps:
Everyday Habits to Minimize Your Risk:
- Use a password protection app such as Dashlane, LastPass, or Password Keeper
- Use Multi-Factor Authentication on every login
- Don’t be “Click Happy”
- If you see something say something
- Backup, backup, backup, backup, backup
- Don’t use public Wifi
You’re working from home, what can you do now?
- Install Software Updates
- Install Anti-Malware Updates
- Uninstall unnecessary software
- If your company or IT provider mandates using a VPN – Use it
- Lock your computer access
- Create a separate login if you share your computer
- Use a surge protector and, if possible, a backup battery
- Track and maintain borrowed equipment
- Review data and privacy concerns, i.e. HIPPA, PCI
- Verify your company’s disconnect procedures
- Review file sync & share procedures
If you are unsure of how to do any of the above, please email us with your questions.
