Cyber Security
We live in a data-driven world. From huge multinationals to the
family-owned store around the corner, businesses rely on mountains
of data to function. Over half of small businesses are looking to
use analytics to gain an edge over competitors according.
This constant state of transmission and output has created an
irresistible golden vein for cybercriminals. Attacks are on the
rise, and are getting harder to detect.
Some common cybersecurity threats-
- Malware: A broad category that includes viruses, worms, keyloggers and any kind of program that can manipulate your network to steal data, block access, or spy on your activities.
- DDoS: During a DDoS attack criminals send massive volumes of traffic in order to overwhelm your system, essentially rendering it unusable. A DDoS attack occurs every minute, according to Netscout, and can unload queries at rates as fast as 600Gbps onto networks.
- Phishing: Phishing is arguably one of the hardest threats to fight against because a successful attack ultimately hinges on human judgement. Attempts often use psychological tactics to get employees to divulge information.
Services
Firewalls and secure internet connections
Firewalls are one of the first security systems, and are still
an integral piece of every security infrastructure. They
essentially function like your IT infrastructure’s bouncer,
reviewing each packet of data that attempts to enter into your
system for suspicious activity. Firewalls are a business’
first line of defence against threats coming in from external
networks. They’re crucial. Yet nearly all firewall breaches
can be attributed to simple configuration errors. At EvolvlT
we help businesses properly set up firewalls and keep them
regularly patched against threats.
Secure your devices and software
Gone are the days when office hardware was limited to desktop
PCs. Today’s modern office is run by a myriad of IoT devices,
from tablets to sensor-enabled equipment. Synapse helps expand
your security perimeter beyond the workplace PC. From
cutting-edge smartphones to dated fax machines, we can make
sure connections are secure. Our engineers are also equipped
to quickly contain any worms or viruses and purge them from
infected machines.
Control access to your data
Access is a fluid privilege, one that can become difficult to
control across different roles and needs. Many companies take
too lax an approach—71 percent of IT professionals and end
users from around the world report seeing data they shouldn’t
be able to, according to a study by Ponemon Institute.
However, simply password protecting every access point isn’t
the answer, and can quickly throttle employee productivity.
Synapse can help businesses audit their access protocols and
create a policy that allows employees to work seamlessly,
without placing the network at undue risk. We can also help
you set up permissions across apps and software.
Anti-virus & mail defence
Email is one of the most used communication channels at
work—and as such is a large security hole for businesses.
Telco company Verizon found that 94 percent of malware comes
through email and a staggering 91 percent of all cyberattacks
start with a phishing email according to a study of various
studies by CSO. Our team at Synapse can help businesses close
the gap. From setting up email servers and spam filters to
troubleshooting webmail client problems, we’re here to enable
fast and secure communication.
Keep software and devices up to date
Keeping a phone or a single laptop updated is easy. But
multiplied across an entire organisation and hundreds of
devices, crucial patches and updates are too quickly swept
under the “Install Later” button, leaving risks that can
easily be avoided. Our IT engineers can stay on top of every
software and hardware update, so you don’t have to.