{"id":1549,"date":"2022-01-19T10:10:12","date_gmt":"2022-01-19T10:10:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.argentxcyber.com\/blog\/?p=1549"},"modified":"2022-01-19T10:10:12","modified_gmt":"2022-01-19T10:10:12","slug":"physical-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.argentxcyber.com\/blog\/index.php\/2022\/01\/19\/physical-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Cybersecurity – 11 Important Physical Security Tips for Business"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There is a psychological comfort that comes with knowing your keys are physically safe and sound in your pocket. Your keys protect what you\u00a0value: Your documents, your home sound system or electronics, furniture, and collections that you curated and saved up so hard to get. You surely could not afford to lose all of that! Where would you even start if you did?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Insider Threat Perspective<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Physical security at the workplace is a big part of cybersecurity, so much so that robust cyber-physical systems\u00a0by 2025 is a major\u00a0prediction\u00a0by\u00a0<\/span>Gartner<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a>. It’s\u00a0an extra layer of protection that can be employed and engrained in company culture. Ensuring your assets are safe, passwords secure, and creating an overall environment where you can protect your data is like the\u00a0house\u00a0keys\u00a0you make sure\u00a0are\u00a0safe and sound in your pocket.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When it comes to physical security at a workstation\u00a0<\/span>regarding\u00a0the team or business premises itself<\/span>, we get into Insider Threat Perspective. Here, you get to look at any point where data can be obtained and take steps to ensure only authorized personnel access them.\u00a0Physical security should be just as crucial as access management systems. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Even the most\u00a0robust security\u00a0software measure\u00a0can be compromised if\u00a0appropriate\u00a0physical security\u00a0measures\u00a0to protect your business aren’t\u00a0in play.\u00a0For example, you can have a pass\u00a0phrased password with a potent mix of characters, but it all goes down the drain\u00a0if you write it on a sticky note or notepad for others to access!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is essential to note that not all actors are malicious threats.\u00a0Most\u00a0people\u00a0won’t\u00a0wake\u00a0up and set\u00a0out to aid in a security breach; most are accidental insider threats.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Physical\u00a0Security\u00a0Awareness\u00a0in the Workplace:<\/span><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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Avoid exposing your passwords on sticky notes.<\/p><\/div>\n

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  1. There are no sticky notes with credentials to any service or point of entry to any device. A strong password is no good if everyone has access to it.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Make sure all sensitive and critical data is backed-up.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Shred all\u00a0documentation that is no longer in use\u00a0to ensure they don’t get into the wrong hands.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. When leaving your workstation for the day, make sure all proprietary hardware\u00a0and documentation\u00a0are\u00a0locked away. Treat all work devices as sensitive to be safe.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. When you’re leaving for a short break, make sure you lock your work computer screen or smartphone.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Beware of shoulder surfing, especially when dealing with personal work at your station.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. Report broken doors, windows, and locks to relevant personnel.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Don’t leave doors ajar. Yes, a smoking break or a quick call may take a few minutes, but those are more than a perpetrator requires to gain unauthorized access to the premises.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  9. You can also note to report any suspicious activity or packages to relevant personnel. It could make all the difference in preventing a breach.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  10. \u00a0If you have a badge you use to enter your workplace, use it for yourself exclusively, and it would be best not to allow people to tail-gate off it.<\/span> <\/span><\/li>\n
  11. \u00a0Finally, follow your company’s data policies and staff training, especially with\u00a0identity and access management<\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    These measures will ensure that accidental and malicious threats are at bay as members of a workforce. <\/span>It’s not all about the human factors. There are others to consider to be monitored to create a buffer and help prepare for recovery easier. These factors may include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n