DON’T BE A WEAK LINK!
Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, but so are the measures that can be taken to protect against them. This is where NTS comes into play.
Nobody likes weak links – not in plans, in a team or in buildings. And certainly not in their own IT security! But not every company has the time, know-how or resources to deal with this issue, which is becoming more and more complex every year. Fortunately, it is not only cyberattacks that are becoming increasingly sophisticated, but also the possible protective measures against them. And this is where we at NTS can support you in identifying and eliminating vulnerabilities and maintaining an overview.
Update comes only once a year
As we all know, Christmas only comes once a year! Updates should be carried out regularly. They are crucial for the security and performance of software, operating systems and other digital applications. Updates not only bring new features and improvements, but also fix security holes and vulnerabilities that could be exploited by hackers. By installing updates regularly, you keep your systems up to date and reduce the risk of cyberattacks and data loss. In short, regular updates are an essential part of the digital security strategy and help to ensure the integrity and functionality of digital systems. Happy updating!
Let me just click on this
Attractive singles in your area, 100% secure investment opportunities or a free smartphone? Who hasn’t wanted to click on these before? Many dubious links are often disguised even better and harbor potential dangers. Dodgy links in emails, on social media or in other messages can contain viruses, malware, Trojans or phishing websites that can steal personal data or infect your device. Before clicking on a link, it is advisable to check that it is trustworthy. This can be done by verifying the sender, checking the URL for suspicious strings or using link analysis tools. By being careful and not blindly clicking on links, you can significantly reduce the risk of cyberattacks and ensure the security of digital devices. Find out what happens when it happens here.
Trojans are my favorite horses
Digitalization has made many things possible for us and will continue to change our lives drastically. It is important to acquire enough basic knowledge to avoid falling for every cheap trick played by cyber attackers, princes and princesses looking for help, love scammers and hackers. For example so-called Trojans can be spread via infected email attachments, downloads or security vulnerabilities. A Trojan is a type of malware that disguises itself as a useful or legitimate program in order to penetrate a system unnoticed and carry out harmful actions, such as stealing passwords or banking information, recording screen activity and keystrokes, as well as damaging, deleting or encrypting data. However, if your own knowledge reaches its limits and you are overwhelmed by the attack situation, it is essential to contact professionals. For example, those from NTS!
Passwort ist mein zweiter Vorname
Im Jahr 2023 waren die am meisten verwendeten Passwörter unter anderem: „123456“, „qwerty“, und „password“. Höchste Zeit, sich etwas Neues auszudenken! Denn solche Passwörter sind leicht zu knacken, was es Hackern einfach macht, auf persönliche Informationen zuzugreifen oder Identitätsdiebstahl zu begehen. Wie Cisco es so treffend formuliert: “Why hack in … when you can simply log in.” In anderen Worten: Machen Sie es Cyberangreifer:innen nicht zu einfach, an Ihre Daten zu kommen!
Gute Passwörter sind komplex, nicht zu kurz und individuell. Sie bestehen aus einer Kombination aus Groß- und Kleinbuchstaben, Zahlen und Sonderzeichen. Indem man starke Passwörter verwendet, erhöht man die Sicherheit seiner Konten und minimiert das Risiko von Hackerangriffen. Es ist auch wichtig, Passwörter regelmäßig zu ändern, da dies die Wahrscheinlichkeit verringert, dass ein Passwort erraten wird. Um Daten noch besser zu schützen, sollten Firmen zusätzlich eine Multi-Faktor-Authentifizierung etablieren, zum Beispiel mit Cisco Duo. Mehr Defense Solutions finden Sie hier.
I went backup in Australia
In Australia you go backpacking, backup is for your devices – preferably regularly, encrypted and distributed across different storage locations. This way, in the event of a system failure, hardware error, cyber attack or human error, lost or damaged data can be restored. Ransomware attacks, in which hackers encrypt data and demand a ransom for its release, can also be limited this way, or at least cause less damage, as you can restore the data yourself up to the last backup.
However, backups can also become the target of attacks, so they should be stored in different locations that are not connected to each other! Overall, backups are an essential tool for ensuring data security and availability. By implementing a robust backup strategy, companies can protect their data, keep operations running and minimize potential damage. NTS can support you in this. No backup, no mercy!
Only my wood gets hacked
Imagine your IT department is suddenly standing there like a forester without an axe while the trees are burning in the digital forest – in other words: a cyber attack! But don’t worry, instead of wildly hacking away, you can count on the NTS Incident Response Service. With the precision of an experienced lumberjack, our team shreds every threat and keeps your systems up and running. Cost-efficient and ready for action around the clock!
The NTS Incident Response Service offers companies fast and effective support for cyber security incidents. With access to specialized teams from Cisco Talos or Palo Alto Unit 42, NTS takes over the coordination to ensure a rapid response in an emergency. The service is cost-efficient as, in addition to a low monthly basic fee, additional costs are only incurred in the event of an incident. In addition, the team is always ready to minimize threats and maintain business operations. So: react instead of losing your nerve!
Well protected
IT security is becoming increasingly important and more and more companies have now recognized that cyber attacks are one of the biggest security risks. Not only has the number of security incidents increased, but the impact of potential damage is also growing. It is therefore important to protect yourself holistically and at an early stage and to have the best team at your side. The NTS Defense Team takes care of the prevention, processing or rectification of security incidents for customers – whenever necessary, desired and sensible. This specially trained crew analyzes all suspicious events and informs customers promptly and precisely in the event of a serious threat.
NTS Defense Services
NTS supports its customers in identifying security gaps, creating risk assessments, eliminating vulnerabilities and deploying them in an emergency – holistically, in real time and, if desired, as a managed service, around the clock!
Strong Team. Strong Protection
The NTS Defense Team brings together security experts who take a holistic view of IT security and live the NTS credo “Relax, We Care” in every phase.
Let’s talk! NTS is here for you.
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