Pub. 17 2022-2023 Issue 3

1. Data Backup and Recovery Backing up your data is crucial but not all backups are the same. It is critical that you have an offsite data backup solution, keeping your data protected and stored outside your network. 2. Endpoint Detection Response (EDR) Traditional antivirus software is not sufficient protection for your financial institution. Antivirus requires regular database updates of the current virus signatures to be effective. The protection afforded by AV software is only as good as the vendor’s updates. Often, threats are discovered only after the damage is done. EDR uses artificial intelligence to detect threats without having to rely on virus signatures. 3. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Two of the best methods for establishing extra lines of defense for your online accounts are using strong passwords and setting up 2-factor or multi-factor authentication (also known as 2FA or MFA). Using different passwords for each of your accounts is another best practice to hinder an attacker and keep your data, accounts and network safe. Your business is exposed to a variety of risks every day. Improving your cybersecurity can feel like a daunting task, but there are a few ways you can get started quickly. If you are unsure where to start, our security experts offer six low-cost, easy solutions that you and your team can implement to boost your security right now. For more information: Scan to contact us today OR: Call: 308.381.1000 Email: hisinfo@hamiltonisbusiness.com Visit: HamiltonIsBusiness.com 6 Low-Cost Ways to Improve Your Cybersecurity ADVERTISEMENT © 2022 Nedelco, Inc. Hamilton is a registered trademark of Nedelco, Inc. dba Hamilton Telecommunications. Third party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. 4. Third Party Patching Keeping your devices, browsers and other tech up to date is one of the best, first lines of defense against cyberattacks. Security patches and updates fix any technical bugs and essentially “lock” your software and devices before bad actors can make a copy of the “key.” 5. Avoid Suspicious Emails With phishing, hackers attempt to gain access to your information or credentials through your email inbox. Phishing scams may seem like a relic of the past but have become one of the main culprits behind countless cyberattacks. Here are a few quick tips. If the email address, link or contents look suspicious: • Do not engage with the message or sender. • Do not open the email, click on links or provide information. • Contact your IT support immediately. 6. Book a Free Consultation Hamilton is here to help mitigate and eliminate cybersecurity threats to your financial institution. We offer services from training, to network penetration tests and vulnerability assessments. Contact us today to book a free consultation and learn how our cybersecurity solutions can help minimize vulnerabilities and protect your business data.

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