Re: IT Security Topics for Small Business

[Hevnsnt <hevnsnt () i-hacked com>]

Something that I find is that small (service-based) businesses often keep way too much client data on field laptops on 
unencrypted drives.


On Dec 2, 2012, at 6:43 PM, Bugbear <gbugbear () gmail com> wrote:

> I would also mention process < having a process in place for new employes / terminations in regard to user accounts 
> and rights
> Also hardening the host - OS firewall, local rights, turning off default surfaces
>
> On Sun, Dec 2, 2012 at 10:57 AM, TheTolik <thetolik () yahoo com> wrote:
> > I am working on creating a guide to IT Security to help companies without or with a minimal IT budget protect 
> > themselves and their customers, and am looking for community's input into the topics that should be discussed.
> >
> > I also see a lot of value in including recommendations for applicable tools/technologies that are easily accessible, 
> > easy to use, and yet effective, with strong affinity towards open source, and therefore would be very appreciative 
> > for input on per-topic basis. 
> >
> > So far in regards to the topics, I have (In no particular order)
> >
> > - Security Awareness and High Level Training
> > - Account Management / Password Management / Local Admin Rights
> > - Email Etiqute, Email Threats, and Email Security
> > - Network and System Vulnerability Scanning/Patching
> > - Network Security (Firewalls)
> > - Backups and Backup Security
> > - Wireless and WiFi Security
> > - System Security, AV/HIPS
> > - Website Security and Web/Application Security Testing
> > - Sensitive Information and Applicable Laws, Regulations, and Compliance Requirements
> >
> > Any valuable input would be greatly appreciated. 
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Andy | oxbeef
> >
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