Staying ahead of the game (Week 2)

 

As a person that uses technology and the internet on a daily basis, it’s mind blowing how vulnerable you and your data are. On a personal level or even as a business or organization, the vulnerabilities can have a big impact. With businesses, specifically those that handle secure data or private information, ensuring that you have some sort of protocol in place can help aid in better security.

Vulnerabilities scanners can be useful when trying to help catch those pesky weaknesses within your system. In other words, they help you to stay ahead of the game. A plus is that some of them have the ability to check for a variety of things, such as missed patches, weak passwords, misconfigurations, and even outdated software. Not only that, it can help in the realm of maintaining overall compliance; especially if you’re working with sensitive information.

This may be something people ‘may’ think they can skip over. In best practice it can actually be beneficial by prioritizing risks, noting any improvements over a span of time, and ensuring that your system stays up to date.

At the end of the day, some things might seem like a nuances, but it’s about overall security. In my personal opinion, staying proactive is the only way to go.