To The Point
SI.1.213 — Apply updates with 2 simple practices
- Install updates as they’re released.
- Confirm updates were applied successfully.
Outdated Systems Are 3× Easier to Compromise
Organizations running outdated software are three times more likely to suffer a breach.
SI.1.212 — Monitor alerts with 2 simple practices
- Subscribe to relevant security alerts.
- Act on alerts that affect your systems.
Attackers Linger 200+ Days Undetected — Monitoring Shrinks the Window
The average breach remains undetected for 200+ days, increasing cost and damage.
SI.1.211 — Protect against malware with 3 simple practices
- Use anti-malware tools.
- Keep protections updated.
- Scan systems regularly.
Malware Remains the Top Threat to Small Businesses
Malware is present in over 90% of cyberattacks on small organizations.
SI.1.210 — Manage system flaws with 3 simple practices
- Identify system vulnerabilities.
- Apply fixes promptly.
- Track remediation actions.
Unpatched Systems Invite Exploits
Unpatched vulnerabilities are exploited in over 60% of breaches.
SC.1.175 — Protect communications with 2 simple practices
- Use secure connections for data transfers.
- Block untrusted communication channels.
Unprotected Data in Transit Gets Intercepted
Nearly 1 in 5 breaches involve data intercepted during transmission.
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