Managing an IT department is a tough job. It’s nearly time for a well-deserved break. But how can you properly relax this holiday season, without that nagging feeling that something could go drastically wrong?
The festive season has proved lucrative for cyberattackers in recent years. With many employees off for the holidays and networks less monitored, cybercriminals see this as the perfect opportunity to strike.
But there’s good news: with the right tools and strategies, IT managers can maintain a secure network without constant monitoring or sleepless nights. Here’s how Faronics can help ensure your holiday season stays worry-free.
The power of automation
Automation is a game-changer in cybersecurity, especially during periods of reduced staffing. Solutions like Faronics Cloud Deep Freeze allow IT managers to automate tasks such as system restores, software updates, and antivirus scans. With Faronics Cloud Deep Freeze, systems can be configured to ‘freeze’ after each session, or according to a set schedule, returning to a safe, original state no matter what changes were made. This powerful automation provides peace of mind that you can recover from an attack without even doing anything. Even if a system is exposed to malware, a simple reboot wipes out any lingering threats.
Block ransomware and other advanced threats
Cyberattacks, particularly ransomware, are on the rise during holiday seasons. With solutions like Faronics Anti-Executable, IT managers can prevent unauthorised applications from running, blocking ransomware and other dangerous software before they have a chance to infect the system. Anti-Executable’s powerful whitelisting capabilities mean that only trusted applications can run, reducing the risk of infection from holiday phishing attacks or unsuspecting employee clicks.
Ensure software is patched and up-to-date
Leaving systems unpatched or outdated is one of the most common vulnerabilities exploited by hackers, particularly over holidays when IT teams are unavailable. Software Updater makes it easy to schedule software updates and Windows updates overnight without disrupting operations. By keeping your systems up-to-date, you significantly reduce the risk of exploitation through unpatched vulnerabilities.
Secure remote access for remote monitoring
Even if you’re away from the office, maintaining visibility into your network is essential. Faronics provides cloud-based tools that allow IT managers to monitor systems from one centralised console. A helpful array of reports, dashboards and alerts ensure real-time protection, and notification of suspicious activity, even if you’re checking in from a holiday destination.
Enjoy a cyberattack-free holiday with Faronics
With the right cybersecurity solutions in place, IT managers can enjoy their holidays without the looming worry of cyberattacks. Faronics provides the automation, control, and monitoring that modern networks need to stay secure, even when staffing is minimal. So you can really enjoy your break – Faronics has your back this holiday season.
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