Cybersecurity is like making sure your home is safe. Just like we lock our doors and windows, online safety is about setting things up right so no one sneaks in. But sometimes, mistakes can happen while setting up software, leaving our digital doors unlocked for cyber troublemakers. The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) made a list of the top ten mistakes people make when setting up their software, making them more likely to face cyberattacks.

The mistakes include using the same passwords and settings that software comes with, giving out too much access to users, not keeping an eye on what’s happening inside the network, and not keeping systems updated with the latest protection. It’s like leaving a spare key under the mat or not fixing a broken lock – chances are, someone unwelcome will find their way in.

Also important is segmenting, or separating, different parts of a network, like having different rooms in a house, so if one room has an issue, it doesn’t spread everywhere. Keeping strong password habits and using multi-factor authentication, which is like having a security system in addition to your lock, are also key. Think of it as making sure everyone who enters your home is who they say they are.

The list also highlights the risk of “phishing-resistant” multi-factor authentication, which means that even if someone tricks you, they can’t easily get into your system. It’s like making sure that even if a thief has your key, they can’t get in because your door also needs a secret code only you know.

Despite the push for better tricks to keep your digital home safe, people still miss spots and make it easier for cyber troublemakers to break in. Truth is, even the best of us can forget to lock up every once in a while.

This is where the Diversified Outlook Group can jump in to help. They understand that setting up software safely is tricky, and have strategies to avoid these common mistakes to keep your digital space secure. If you or your business want to keep cyber troublemakers out and need help doing it right, reach out to the Diversified Outlook Group at support@diversifiedoutlookgroup.com.

For more details on the top ten mistakes and how to avoid them, check out the full article here: www.csoonline.com/article/3623709/nail-the-software-setup-and-avoid-attacks-with-the-top-10-cybersecurity-misconfiguration-list.html.