ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
1
Hack Off!
A simple checklist to keep your business safe.
Made by SmallBiz CyberWiz
2
3
4
STRENGTHEN PASSWORDS
5
Use a a strong, unique password for all your accounts. Same, simple passwords across accounts means trouble!
6
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) everywhere. Google Authenticator is free!
7
UPDATE EVERYTING
8
Update your software, devices, and apps. Software bugs lead to all sorts of exploits!
9
Turn on automatic updates when possible, or use a patch manager. There are plenty of options out there.
10
BACKUP YOUR DATA
11
Save important data to a secure location. Google Drive or Dropbox are both good options. An external drive will also suffice.
12
Test your backups at least once a month to make sure they work. Backups can get corrupted from time to time.
13
STAY PHISH-FREE
14
Be careful not to open email links or attachments in a hurry. Hackers love it when you're reckless.
15
Store your sensitive data and confidential information securely, with restricted access to authorized personnel only.
16
Verify unexpected requests for money or information before doing anything.
17
SECURE YOUR NETWORK
18
Use a strong Wi-Fi password. How often do you use public networks for work?
19
Enable your router's firewall.
20
Don't use public networks for work (ever). Especially in airports, hotels, coffee shops.
21
PROTECT YOUR WEBSITE
22
Use HTTPS with an SSL certificate for your site.
23
Update your website's software and plugins? I’ll take a wild guess and say your site is built with WordPress.
24
MONITOR FOR SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
25
Watch for unknown logins or unusual account activity. While this might be a stretch, it is one of the best ways to spot and stop intrusions.
26
Set up alerts for critical accounts.
27
TOTAL0/16
28
Level Up Your Cyber-Game
Track your progress and become a true Small Biz Cyber Wiz
Made by SmallBiz CyberWiz
29
30
31
LEVEL 1 - CYBER GREENIE (0/16)
32
If you haven't checked any of the boxes above, then you are a Level 1 Cyber Greenie.
33
That means that the gates to your kingdom are wide open and anyone can tamper with your systems. Not good!
34
You use the word "password" as your password (or "12345678"), you can't be bothered with 2FA, and you never update your computer.
35
LEVEL 2 - THE DABBLER (3/16)
36
To reach level 2, you need to have checked at least three boxes.
37
The Dabbler will have better passwords, 2FA activated, and automatic updates turned on
38
LEVEL 3 - SECURITY ADEPT (6/16)
39
Congratulations! If you've reached level 3, that means you now have solid understanding of the cyber-risks and how to address them.
40
Your passwords are strong, you have 2FA everywhere, your software is up-to-date, and automatic updates are all set up.
41
Your data is backed up securely in the cloud, and you can't be easily tricked with silly phishing emails!
42
LEVEL 4 - THE VIRTUOSO (9/16)
43
The Virtuoso has almost all of their bases covered. With 9 boxes checked, this maven is confident in the ability to safeguard the biz.
44
Your passwords are 8+ characters long, and a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special symbols.
45
2FA is standard practice. You update frequently, and check your backups from time to time. You easily spot phishing emails.
46
Your Wi-Fi is impenetrable, you're wary of public networks, and are subscribed to a reputable VPN solution. Well done!
47
LEVEL 5 - THE SMALL BIZ CYBER WIZ (16/16)
48
The final level is reserved only for those who checked all of the boxes. Well done, your business is now virtually unbreakable.
49
But don't rest on your laurels! Crooks are always on the hunt for new ways to break in. Stay vigilant and keep fighting the good fight!
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100