Backups Need Protection Too
Posted by Baynetwork on Nov 1st 2017
We hope we've already convinced you that backups are a key defense against ransomware. But your backups need to be protected against infection too, or they'll be worse than worthless. Here are some recommendations for keeping your backups safe:1. Understand the backup policies of any online file sharing services you use. 2. Monitor your backup process metrics daily for suspicious activity (for example, the inability to compress or deduplicate files.) 3. Keep your backups separate from your norma
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Security: DIY or Outsource?
Posted by Baynetwork on Oct 19th 2017
While the IT skills shortage is forcing many companies to outsource cybersecurity functions whether they want to or not, it's not always the best idea to outsource all aspects of security. Network monitoring and identity management? Absolutely. Security strategy and incident response? In some cases maybe not.The security pros at Dark Reading have created a detailed report on which security functions are better kept in-house and which can be handled by third parties. We urge you to read it, becau
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