CYBER SECURITY, OXFORDSHIRE
Cyber security will always be a significant challenge for businesses. You should not assume that as an SME you are safe from reputation damaging cyber attacks.
Protecting your data and systems should be a top priority for your Oxfordshire business, and there are many important reasons why.
GDPR breach = Loss of business and reputation
Lost data = garners distrust and loses business
Locked out of systems = loss of revenue and production
Ransomware = causes accesibility, reputational, and revenue issues.
After a cyber-attack, regaining people’s trust with their data can be incredibly difficult. Being a small business does not make you exempt either. There are plenty of real-world cases that show anyone can be targeted. The good news is that we can equip you with the right tools to stay protected.
Free Security Review
Keba Computer Services provides free security assessments for businesses across Oxfordshire, covering all aspects of your IT infrastructure. Using a non-intrusive method, we can evaluate your systems without installing any unnecessary software on your devices. Our review highlights the areas most in need of improvement, helping you feel confident that your business is protected against digital threats.
We offer clear guidance on next steps, proposed timelines, and any potential costs or impacts. Then, in close collaboration with you, we plan the required work to suit your business operations. Your data and IT systems are probably some of the most important assets that your business has, so make sure you are looking after them and protecting them.
Cyber Security Products and Services for Oxfordshire
Ransomware
Imagine losing access to all your hard-earned data. Now consider that it happened because you clicked a link in an email.
As credit card details and personal information became harder to obtain, cybercriminals shifted their focus. Business data quickly became the new prize. Its value to the rightful owner is often immeasurable. Blocking access to this information can be devastating for the business, and for the cybercriminal, it is simply a profitable move.
Although data recovery is sometimes possible without paying the ransom, the most effective defence is maintaining a secure offline backup.
Hacking in Oxfordshire
Many people assume that hacking is only a concern for large companies and organisations. After all, why would anyone target the data of a small Oxfordshire-based business? In reality, this simply isn’t true. Cybercriminals do not always go after heavily protected, high-profile targets. Smaller businesses are often seen as easier opportunities. If your business was attacked, what information is at risk?
Phishing Emails
PPhishing emails are becoming increasingly convincing. They often appear completely genuine, even mimicking the sender’s email address. These messages typically encourage you to download an attachment or click a suspicious link that installs harmful software on your computer. Are your staff and colleagues able to recognise a phishing attempt? Are you? It’s well worth taking the time to find out.
Antivirus Software
The internet can be a hazardous environment. A reliable antivirus (AV) solution will help protect you as you navigate the darker parts of the web. It prevents damage from compromised websites or any page that tries to convince you to download unsafe files or software. While some AV programmes can affect your computer’s performance, we ensure the solution we recommend runs smoothly without slowing you down. Antivirus software keeps you protected from viruses, trojans, malware, and other harmful threats.
Spam Protection
A large majority of cyber-attacks—91% or so—begin with an email that appears entirely harmless. Spam protection helps by screening these messages and thoroughly scanning any attachments. It also monitors all incoming email activity. The Advanced Threat Protection software we provide is capable of detecting concealed text within images that could pose a threat to your computer.
Firewall & Routers
Routers supplied by internet providers are not always equipped with the security needed to properly protect your customer and business data. Their default passwords are often simple and vulnerable to attack. That’s why we help you configure your router to enhance its security. In many cases, we also install an additional perimeter firewall to provide even greater protection.
Protecting You from Internal Threats
Cybersecurity isn’t only about guarding against outside threats trying to break through your defences. Many risks come from within your own business. Unauthorised devices or peripherals connected to your system can pose serious dangers and may lead to data breaches. Keba offers a variety of tools and systems designed to protect you. These solutions are easy to use and operate quietly in the background, giving you the peace of mind to focus on your work.
Click here to read our blog about The Importance of Secure Passwords.
Patch Management
All operating systems and software regularly release updates to fix bugs, glitches, and security vulnerabilities. Software developers and hardware manufacturers know that cybercriminals are constantly looking for weaknesses to exploit. Unfortunately, depending on your PC settings, these updates might not install immediately. If updates are not set to install automatically, your devices could remain exposed. Sometimes, updates are also rolled out gradually, meaning not all PCs receive them at the same time.
Patch Management Software scans for the latest updates for your operating system, software, and hardware, including routers and firewalls. It then downloads and installs the necessary updates automatically for you.
Cyber Security Training in Oxfordshire
We can supply all the software you need, but if your employees lack cyber awareness, it won’t make much difference. We help your team understand the consequences of poor cybersecurity and offer current training on how to identify cyber threats. By improving knowledge and awareness, the risk of attacks can be significantly reduced.
We can also refer you to companies that can help you to achieve the Government’s Cyber Essentials Accreditation, which gives your customers the peace of mind that their data held by you is safe and secure.
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Call us on 01327 300311 or complete our short contact form to get your Business IT running smoothly again.
Keba Computers – we put the IT in Quality.
A very big thank you for the excellent service you provided with regard to my laptop. I asked for your assistance initially to set up a simple back up system which you did with great efficiency and very little interruption to my working day – both of which are very important to me. You quickly grasped what I needed and then just got on with it. Then I needed your urgent assistance when there was an accident with my laptop screen which cracked. You arranged for the replacement screen, took my laptop in and had it returned to me within 2 days – an extremely fast service. Not only were you fast and efficient as always you offered an extremely personal service with delivery back to my office. You even followed up a few days later to ensure that all was working well with said laptop. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending you to my clients to offer support within their IT and thank you again for a wonderfully professional service. With regards Yours sincerely - Kate Taylor Huntingdale Consultancy