What do you know about cybersecurity? You’re probably aware that it’s a threat, but if you don’t know what cybersecurity threats entail or how to increase your own security, how can you really protect yourself or your organization? Listen in to this BBCon excerpt to learn about some of the basics of cybersecurity, including what the risks and threats are, steps you can take to protect yourself, and how to implement policies at the workplace that protect your company.

 

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

• What cybersecurity is and what it’s for
• The cybersecurity threat landscape
• Understanding what you’re up against
• Types of cyber threats
• Remote work threats
• Password security measures
• Multifactor identification
• Secure wifi
• Protecting your company
• Implementing security policies

 

Resources:

Cybersecurity Tip Sheet

Cybersecurity Industry Standards

Security at Blackbaud Overview

 

Quotes: 

“Additionally, 85% of the breaches that happen involve some sort of human element.”

“Bottom line, social engineering takes advantage of someone going about their usual day.”

“If you receive an email, phone call, or voicemail that feels odd, it probably is.”