As part of cyber-security month, the Federal Trade Commission released a security guide for businesses. The guide reviews lessons learned from 50 law enforcement actions investigated by the FTC.
The guide sets forth the following 10 suggested tips for businesses:
- Start with security.
- Control access to data sensibly
- Require secure passwords and authentication.
- Store sensitive personal information securely and protect it during transmission.
- Segment your network and monitor who is trying to get in and out.
- Secure remote access to your network.
- Apply sound security practices when developing new products.
- Make sure your service providers implement reasonable security measures.
- Put procedures in place to keep your security current and address vulnerabilities that may arise.
- Secure paper, physical media and devices.
A copy of the guide can be accessed here.