Here are some key strategies to help safeguard your business from phishing attacks
Employee Education & Training
- Conduct regular cybersecurity awareness training sessions for all employees to educate them about the dangers of phishing and how to identify suspicious emails, links, and attachments.
- Teach employees to scrutinize email addresses, check for grammatical errors or unusual requests, and avoid clicking on unknown links or providing personal information without verification.
- Simulate phishing attacks to test your employees' awareness and provide immediate feedback and training opportunities.
Robust Email Security Measures
- Implement advanced email security solutions that include spam filters, antivirus software and anti-phishing tools to identify and block malicious emails before they reach employees' inboxes.
- Utilize email authentication protocols such as SPF, DKIM and DMARC to verify the authenticity of incoming emails and prevent domain spoofing.
Multi-factor Authentication
Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all accounts and applications within your organization. MFA adds an extra layer of security by requiring users to provide additional verification, such as a unique code or biometric authentication, in addition to their passwords. Many clients and industries have MFA requirements in their agreements — ensure you keep ahead of your competition and compliant.
Regular Software Updates & Patch Management
Keep all software, operating systems, and applications up to date with the latest security patches and updates. Phishing attacks often exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software to gain unauthorized access.
