Secure Your Data

News — By Gethyn Jones

Don't let data breaches happen to you

We see a lot of breaches that could've been prevented with better password security. Common Mistakes Using the same password across multiple sites is a recipe for disaster - we'd recommend using a password manager to generate and store unique, complex passwords for each site. Not enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) leaves you wide open to phishing attacks. Using public Wi-Fi without a VPN is like sending your data in plain text - anyone can intercept it. Fixes Enable 2FA wherever possible, and use a reputable VPN when on public Wi-Fi - it's a small price to pay (around £5 a month) for peace of mind. We've seen cases where a simple £50 investment in a NAS drive could've prevented data loss - regular backups are crucial. Keep your operating system and antivirus up to date, and make sure you're using a reputable antivirus software - it's not worth risking your data to save a few quid. Need a hand putting this into practice? Contact CefniTech — we set this up for homes and small businesses all the time.

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