09 Jun, 2021 07:58 AM
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COVID-19 Cybersecurity Plan: Measures to Protect Your Firm From Threats

The outbreak of COVID-19 is not the only threat to your business

The growing tension of COVID-19 outbreak has increased the number of people working online, so has increased the fear of cybersecurity threats globally. A rising trend of cybercriminals taking advantage of this pandemic for commercial gain by phishing through emails, deploying ransomware and other malware. They are targeting small and medium businesses as they have weaker security systems and accountants as they tend to have information from external parties. 

 

Taj Accountants suggests you the following measures for small business accountants in London to protect their firms from cybersecurity threats: 

 

Identifying: Businesses and accountants need to identify specific areas of concern specifically for accountants and strengthen the security system to lower the risks of breach.

 

Planing: To be able to mitigate the risk, you need to conduct a proper plan based on your business and resources. You can follow protective measures practices and some quick-start examples. You need to establish a rapid cyber attack incident response plan. 

 

Filtering: You need to recognise fake emails and spams and get aware of any malware that may get into your computer system. Adopt email Cyber-Attack Assessments for better results. 

 

Scanning: Vulnerability scanning assessments are required in order to get a better view of what may be coming and how you can reduce the risks. More than 40% of cyber vulnerabilities are linked to employees, thus you also need to set an employee culture to avoid the risk from occurring. 

 

Implementing: Encourage your employees to implement meeting passwords or use the waiting room feature to control any unwanted guests. You need to implement constant monitoring, detecting and responding to all cyber incidents including emails, network, softwares and overall information system by using advanced security information event management.  


According to a report of 2020, the average cost of a cyber security breach in the UK is 1,410 pounds and the figure gets greater as the size of a business increases. So it's better if you act fast and start spending in order to avoid risking such a bulk amount of money. Taj Accountants highly suggest you to take preventive measures for your business before it's too late. To be on the safer side, give out your accounts and bookkeepings into safe hands of Accountants in London or Taj Accountants. We aim to provide you the top services and with the highest security in London at your convenience.

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