User Error Main Cause of Attacks!

According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, "ransomware is a type of malicious software, or malware, designed to deny access to a computer system or data until a ransom is paid. Ransomware typically spreads through phishing emails or by unknowingly visiting an infected website."

Hackers use ransomware to penetrate your system, primarily through user error. Unfortunately, the biggest risk often comes from within — and what your employees don't know can hurt you. Protecting yourself from this common cyber-security threat is the best way to prevent hackers from getting their hands on your critical data and bringing your operations to a screeching halt by making sure your employees are following strict protocols when using your company systems.

• What emails are they opening?
• Are there links in the email?
• What websites are they browsing?
• What are site are they "clicking through"
• Do you have a place to "share" and communicate dangerous activities?
• What are your progressive discipline policies like when dealing with employees who violate the policy?