The Key to Protecting Your Agency: Regular Security Audits
As we close out Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s time to focus on a critical step that often gets overlooked—regular security audits. Cyber threats don’t stay the same, and neither should your defenses. Keeping your insurance agency protected requires more than one-time fixes; it demands regular assessments to identify and fix potential weak points in your security.
In this post, Brad Ruben from Archway Computer explains why regular security audits are crucial and how they can help safeguard your agency from evolving cyber threats.
Why Regular Security Audits Matter
Your insurance agency faces ever-changing cyber risks, from phishing scams to malware attacks. What kept your systems secure a year ago—or even last month—might no longer be enough. Cybercriminals are constantly adapting their tactics, which is why regular security audits are a necessity.
A security audit serves as a checkup for your agency’s cybersecurity. It allows you to uncover hidden vulnerabilities, such as outdated software, weak passwords, or unpatched security flaws, before they lead to major issues. This proactive approach ensures your agency’s defenses are always current, reducing the risk of cyberattacks.
What a Security Audit Involves
During a security audit, Archway Computer thoroughly assesses your agency’s cybersecurity infrastructure, focusing on:
Outdated Software: Running old software without recent security updates can expose your agency to unnecessary risks. We check all systems to ensure they are up to date.
Weak or Reused Passwords: Using simple or reused passwords is a common mistake that hackers love to exploit. We identify and recommend stronger password practices to secure your accounts.
Unpatched Security Gaps: Any unpatched vulnerabilities, no matter how small, can provide hackers with a way in. We pinpoint these gaps and ensure they are closed.
Comprehensive Risk Review: Our audit evaluates every aspect of your digital security, ensuring that potential threats are identified and mitigated before they become problems.
Schedule a Security Audit Annually
A good cybersecurity strategy involves regularly updating and assessing your defenses. By scheduling a security audit at least once a year, you can stay ahead of emerging threats and ensure your agency is always prepared for the latest challenges. Catching vulnerabilities early can prevent serious consequences, from financial loss to reputational damage.
How Archway Computer Can Help
Archway Computer has been working with insurance agencies for decades, and we understand the unique cybersecurity challenges they face. Our team can help you schedule and conduct regular security audits to keep your agency’s systems safe, secure, and up to date.
Let’s use the momentum of Cybersecurity Awareness Month to make regular security audits a key part of your protection plan. With Archway Computer’s guidance, you can keep your agency secure and ready for the future.
Take the next step in protecting your agency. Schedule a security audit with Archway Computer today and stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.