New year, more security: how to protect your company from cyber attacks
More sport, less distraction from work and smartphones, more time with loved ones, less alcohol - there are many different personal New Year's resolutions. But the result is usually always the same: a healthier lifestyle and more mindfulness of one's own needs.
So it's only natural that people also make New Year's resolutions for their own company or department. These resolutions often revolve around the topics of turnover and personnel. How about IT security as a New Year's resolution for 2025? A clear strategy for your IT security should be at the top of your company's list of resolutions - because the risks in this area are often underestimated.
Why IT security is essential for your company right now
Whether it's stolen customer data, paralysed production systems or financial losses due to cyber attacks - the consequences of IT security incidents are enormous. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular often underestimate the risks. The turn of the year is the ideal time to review your security measures and bring them up to date.
Potsdam as a negative example
The Potsdam city council shows how not to do it. Almost exactly three years after the last hack attack, the city administration's IT systems had to be taken completely offline again.
A company that was so careless with its customers' data and its own business management could hardly survive on the market.
Five good reasons to invest in IT security in the new year
There are many good reasons to invest in your company's IT security. It is proventhat strong IT security also has a positive impact on business success.
Protection against reputational damage
An attack on your company's IT system can lead to reputational damage, which can have a negative impact on the company's image and turnover. Investments in IT security can prevent this.
Increasing data security
Investments in IT security help to ensure that important company data is stored securely and protected against unauthorised access.
Improving customer and employee satisfaction
A secure IT system helps to ensure that customers and employees can trust the company and feel secure. It also promotes the trust of potential new customers in the company.
Compliance with legal regulations
In many industries, there are legal regulations for the protection of
Company data, especially in the area of
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Investments in IT security
help to comply with these regulations and avoid possible penalties.
avoid.
Protection against cybercrime
Investments in IT security help to protect the company from
attacks by hackers and other cyber criminals. In addition
These include, for example, measures such as the encryption of data and the
Setting up firewalls.
5 measures for a secure IT infrastructure in 2025
- Employee training as the first safety measure
Phishing emails and social engineering attacks are still frequent gateways. Regular Training courses sensitise your teams and make a significant contribution to strengthening your IT security. - Implement network security solutions
Firewalls, intrusion detection systems and regular penetration tests ensure that vulnerabilities are recognised and rectified at an early stage. - Implement the zero trust principle
Trust is good, control is better: with the Zero Trust approach, every access is strictly checked, regardless of whether it takes place inside or outside your network. - Back up data regularly
Backups are indispensable for companies. A clear backup strategy ensures that you remain capable of acting in the event of an emergency. - Keep software up to date
Unpatched systems are an easy target for attackers. Automated updates and centralised patch management can help here.
Do you want to strengthen your IT security now? We can help you!
Have you made a New Year's resolution and want to start strengthening your IT security? But you don't yet know exactly how?
Then contact us free of charge and without obligation. We will be happy to advise you and work out a road map with you.
With our extensive product portfolio, we support you on your way to becoming a secure company and trustworthy partner. Use the turn of the year to take stock of your IT security! Contact us Contact Laokoon Security for a no-obligation consultation and find out how you can optimally protect your systems and data.