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Cyber Security for Charities

Liam — Wed, 10 May 2023 20:49:56 +0000

In today’s digital landscape, charities face increasing cyber threats that can compromise sensitive data and damage their reputation. Safeguarding your organisation’s information is crucial to maintaining trust and ensuring the continuity of your charitable work. By implementing simple cyber security measures, you can significantly enhance your defences. In this post, I will explore valuable tips to help your cyber security for charities and enable you to bolster your cyber security posture.

Use Multi-factor Authentication (MFA):

Implementing MFA adds an extra layer of security to your accounts by requiring multiple forms of authentication. This significantly reduces the risk of unauthorised access even if a password is compromised. Enable MFA for your email, cloud storage, social media and other critical business applications.

Implement Strong Password Policies:

Encourage your staff and volunteers to use complex passwords that include a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols. Discourage them from reusing passwords across different accounts. Consider implementing a password manager to securely generate and store strong passwords.

Educate Your Staff and Volunteers:

Start by ensuring that all staff and volunteers are aware of the importance of cyber security. Conduct at least annual training sessions to educate them about potential threats, such as phishing emails and suspicious websites. Teach them how to create strong, unique passwords and emphasise the significance of MFA.

Update Software Regularly:

Outdated software can leave your charity vulnerable to cyber attacks. Regularly update your operating systems, applications, and security software to ensure you have the latest patches and bug fixes. Enable automatic updates whenever possible to streamline the process.

Backup Your Data:

Regularly backing up your charity’s data is crucial. Choose a secure, reliable cloud-based backup solution or an offline backup method to protect your critical information. Test the restoration process periodically to ensure the backups are functioning correctly.

Secure Your Wi-Fi Network:

A secure Wi-Fi network is vital for protecting sensitive charity data. Change the default router password and ensure that you use strong encryption, such as WPA2 or WPA3. Additionally, create a separate guest network for visitors and ensure that it is isolated from your internal network.

So that is how you can do cyber security for charities

Cyber security is of paramount importance for charities, as it protects sensitive data and preserves the trust of supporters. By following these essential cyber security tips, charities can significantly strengthen their defences against cyber threats. Maintain a proactive approach to cyber security for charities, regularly review and update your security measures, and stay vigilant to evolving risks. With robust cyber security measures in place, your charity can continue making a positive impact while safeguarding its digital assets.

L2 Cyber Security can help you with all of the above if you want

We are a completely independent cyber security consultancy. We have no solutions or products to sell and are a small business, so we can focus on delivering appropriate and relevant services to this sector. Also, we offer a 10% discount on all of our standard rates to registered charities.

If you want to carry out your own cyber risk assessment, we suggest that you use the ENISA (the EU Agency for Cybersecurity) on-line assessment tool.

Let’s be careful out there.

#SecuritySimplified

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Cyber Security for Small Business

Liam — Wed, 10 May 2023 17:20:24 +0000

In today’s connected world, small businesses are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. Protecting your business from potential breaches and data leaks is essential for maintaining trust and safeguarding your reputation. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to enhance your cyber security. In this post, I will discuss some valuable tips to help your cyber security for small business and stay safe in the online realm.

Use Multi-factor Authentication (MFA):

Implement Strong Password Policies:

Encourage your employees to use complex passwords that include a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols. Discourage them from reusing passwords across different accounts. Consider implementing a password manager to securely generate and store strong passwords.

Educate Your Staff:

Start by ensuring that all employees are aware of the importance of cyber security. Conduct at least annual training sessions to educate them about potential threats, such as phishing emails and suspicious websites. Teach them how to create strong, unique passwords and emphasise the significance of MFA.

Update Software Regularly:

Outdated software can leave your business vulnerable to cyber attacks. Regularly update your operating systems, applications, and security software to ensure you have the latest patches and bug fixes. Enable automatic updates whenever possible to streamline the process.

Backup Your Data:

Regularly backing up your business data is crucial. Choose a reliable cloud-based backup solution or an offline backup method to protect your critical information. Test the restoration process periodically to ensure the backups are functioning correctly.

Secure Your Wi-Fi Network:

A secure Wi-Fi network is vital for protecting sensitive business data. Change the default router password and ensure that you use strong encryption, such as WPA2 or WPA3. Additionally, create a separate guest network for visitors and ensure that it is isolated from your internal network.

So that is how you can do cyber security for small business

Protecting your small business from cyber threats should be a top priority. By following these simple cyber security tips, you can significantly enhance your defences and minimise the risk of breaches and data loss. Remember, a proactive approach to cyber security for small business is the key to keeping your business safe in the digital world. Stay vigilant and regularly review your security measures to adapt to evolving threats.

L2 Cyber Security can help you with all of the above if you want

We are a completely independent cyber security consultancy. We have no solutions or products to sell and are a small business too, so we do offer various services which are suited to this sector.

If you want to carry out your own cyber risk assessment, we suggest that you use the ENISA (the EU Agency for Cybersecurity) on-line assessment tool.

Let’s be careful out there.

#SecuritySimplified

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A la carte Security Training

Liam — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:29:44 +0000

À la carte Security Training

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L2 Cyber Security Solutions is delighted to be able to offer the following À la carte Security Training, in an online and in-person format.

Title: À la carte Cyber Security Training.

Learning objective:

We can offer you tailor made training to make your staff aware of the types of threats that exist in your industry sector, and how they manifest themselves. By taking our training, your staff will be skilled to become another layer of protection against threats to your network.

Our range of topics to choose from include:

Scams and Malicious Software:

Catching social engineering tricks – 20 minutes
Spotting phishing, smishing and vishing – 40 mins
Overview of malicious software (AKA malware) – 20 mins
How to handle Ransomware – 30 mins

Protecting your online life:

Keeping young people safe – 20 mins
Staying safe on Social Media – 20 mins
How to handle a cyber incident – 30 mins

Best Practices:

Protecting online accounts (passwords and authentication) – 40 mins
Using mobile devices securely – 20 mins
Securing the office or home (including work-from-home environment) – 20 mins
How to implement a proper backup strategy – 20 mins
Why are updates/patches so important – 20 mins

Duration:

The duration for each topic is listed above, which includes time for Questions and Answers.

Audience:

Staff who have no knowledge of online risks or those who wish to improve their awareness of the ever changing cyber security aspects of the online world.

Delivery Format:

Online – Presentation, using Google Meet (or your own online platform of choice).
In-person – Interactive workshop over the selected duration.

Also Included:

A link to a softcopy of any slides will be provided during the session.
Link to additional free resources would be included too.
Certificates of attendance if required.

Pricing:

Please see our website for our current prices:

https://www.l2cybersecurity.com/prices/

Contact us:

info@L2CyberSecurity.com

Follow us on Social media:

Liam is available on LinkedIn, Mastodon and YouTube.

Follow L2 Cyber on LinkedIn.

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Staff Security Awareness Training

Liam — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:07:13 +0000

Staff Security Awareness Training

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L2 Cyber Security Solutions is delighted to be able to offer the following Staff Security Training, in an online and in-person format.

Title: Cyber Security Awareness Training for staff.

Learning objective:

The purpose of this programme is to equip the learner with the knowledge and skill to identify many various threats when using the internet and know what steps to take to protect themselves from these threats.

Content of the Staff Security Awareness Training:

There are three separate Modules in this training. Some of the content could also apply to people's home life. If they learn to be safe in the office, they can apply this at home too.

1. Module 1 – Social engineering and dodgy emails

An in-depth look at how criminals use social engineering and then perpetrate various email scams. You will find out how to avoid falling victim to these tactics.

2. Module 2 – Protecting your online world

Learning simple and effective password and authentication practices, as well as how to stay safe when using Social Media.

3. Module 3 – Securing your IT and handling a cyber incident

Good practices for securing your IT assets (Backups, Updates and Wi-Fi setup). How to deal with a cyber security incident.

There will be lots of examples of the different types of scams that will target staff. There are short videos also included to show real world examples of hacking. There will also be plenty of tips and tricks on how to be safer and more secure online, including how to be careful with Social Media.

Duration:

Each module takes 60 minutes, including ample time for Questions and Answers.

A standard session covers modules 1 and 2 as a minimum (two hours).

Audience:

Staff who have no knowledge of online risks or those who wish to improve their awareness of the ever changing cyber security aspects of the online world.

Delivery Format:

Online – Presentation, using Google Meet (or your own online platform of choice).
In-person – Interactive workshop over the selected duration.

Also Included:

A link to a softcopy of any slides will be provided during the session.
Link to additional free resources would be included too.
Certificates of attendance if required.

Pricing:

Please see our website for our current prices:

https://www.l2cybersecurity.com/prices/

Contact us:

info@L2CyberSecurity.com

Follow us on Social media:

Liam is available on LinkedIn, Mastodon and YouTube.

Follow L2 Cyber on LinkedIn.

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Board Management Security Briefing

Liam — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 19:50:59 +0000

Board/Management Security Briefing

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L2 Cyber Security Solutions is delighted to be able to offer the following Board/Management Briefing, in an online and in-person format.

Title: Cyber Security Briefing for Boards or Management.

Briefing Objective:

The purpose of this programme is to equip the members of the board/management with the knowledge of the current cyber security threats that target their organisation’s activities and know what strategy they should take to protect the organisation.