{"id":189,"date":"2019-08-19T18:21:51","date_gmt":"2019-08-19T18:21:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/?p=189"},"modified":"2020-01-24T20:04:40","modified_gmt":"2020-01-24T20:04:40","slug":"all-green-core-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/all-green-core-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Core Security \u2013 All Green IT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-opt-id=1756321062  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"801\" height=\"527\" src=\"https:\/\/mlqqfyvmtktq.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/it-core-security-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlqqfyvmtktq.i.optimole.com\/w:801\/h:527\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/it-core-security-1.png 801w, https:\/\/mlqqfyvmtktq.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:197\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/it-core-security-1.png 300w, https:\/\/mlqqfyvmtktq.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:505\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/it-core-security-1.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 801px) 100vw, 801px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to core security! In the <strong>All Green<\/strong> series, I am reviewing each category <a href=\"http:\/\/limetreelabs.com\">Limetree Labs<\/a> looks at for our customer\u2019s IT health. If you missed the other posts, check them out here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/is-your-company-it-all-green\/\">All Green Intro<\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/all-green-it-management\/\" target=\"_blank\">IT Management<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/all-green-it-support\/\">IT Support<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/all-green-server-health\/\">Server Health<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/all-green-network-health\/\">Network Health<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/all-green-device-health\/\">Device Health<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Category 6 \u2013 Core Security<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Computer security,\u00a0cybersecurity\u00a0or\u00a0information technology security\u00a0(IT security) is the protection of\u00a0computer systems\u00a0from the theft of or damage to your\u00a0hardware,\u00a0software, or\u00a0electronic data, as well as from the\u00a0disruption\u00a0or\u00a0misdirection\u00a0of the services you provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Security is becoming more important due to increased reliance on computer systems, the&nbsp;Internet&nbsp;and&nbsp;wireless network standards such as&nbsp;Bluetooth&nbsp;and&nbsp;Wi-Fi. The growth of&nbsp;&#8220;smart&#8221; devices, including&nbsp;smartphones,&nbsp;televisions, and the various devices that constitute the &#8220;Internet of things&#8221; lead to security threats. Due to its complexity, both in terms of politics and technology, cyber security is also one of the major challenges in today&#8217;s world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Anti-Virus<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Anti-virus software is a type of&nbsp;utility&nbsp;used for scanning and removing&nbsp;viruses&nbsp;from your computer. The primary purpose is to protect computers from viruses and remove any viruses that are found. Since new viruses are constantly being created by computer&nbsp;hackers, antivirus programs must keep an updated&nbsp;database&nbsp;of virus types. This database includes a list of &#8220;virus definitions&#8221; that the antivirus software references when scanning files. Since new viruses are frequently distributed, it is important to keep your software&#8217;s virus database up-to-date.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We ensure that the Anti-Virus profile is properly applied to all endpoints in your environment which includes desktop computers and servers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anti-Spam<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Anti-spam refers to services and solutions that focus on blocking and mitigating the effects of illegal emails \u2013 or spam \u2013 on email users. Modern anti-spam technology covers a broad spectrum of filters, scanners and other types of applications. Some anti-spam services work from a statistical method, while others use heuristics or predictive algorithms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anti-spam is included in the core security portion of our monthly IT Service for all clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic Security Audit<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We perform a basic security audit as part of our on-boarding process for all incoming clients. Frankly, we have been shocked to see how many basic security measures have been overlooked or simply ignored by our clients&#8217;  former IT service providers. Part of this service includes creating a network security audit map which identifies the effectiveness of the&nbsp;network&nbsp;perimeter&nbsp;security&nbsp;and its alignment with your IT&nbsp;security&nbsp;architecture and policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing the security audit, we will put together a remediation plan for all security issues that we identify in that process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Security User Training<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A large part of your IT security is user training. Every year we provide a security training meeting for you and all of your staff. We will identify areas within your organization that may require more training and customize the meeting for you. Knowledge truly is power and we want to enable you and your staff to make smart decisions regarding your IT security to prevent security breaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t dismiss the importance of IT security in your organization and business model. With increases in technology and multiple systems constantly &#8220;talking&#8221; to each other, vulnerabilities have increased. Not to worry though, with the right measures in place, you can avoid falling prey to hacks and ransomware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for all of those following along. Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have. And in the meantime, Keep IT Fresh! Contact us today:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/\">limetreelabs.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UPDATE<\/strong>: The next post in the series is up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Category 7 \u2013 Core Continuity (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.limetreelabs.com\/blog\/all-green-core-continuity\/\" target=\"_blank\">Core Continuity<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div\n\t\t\t\tid=\"hustle-embedded-id-1\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"hustle-ui hustle-inline hustle-palette--gray_slate hustle_module_id_1 module_id_1  \"\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\tdata-id=\"1\"\n\t\t\tdata-render-id=\"0\"\n\t\t\tdata-tracking=\"disabled\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tdata-intro=\"no_animation\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-sub-type=\"shortcode\"\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tstyle=\"opacity: 0;\"\n\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Become an Insider popup\"\n\t\t\t><div class=\"hustle-inline-content\"><div class=\"hustle-optin hustle-optin--default\"><div class=\"hustle-success\" data-close-delay=\"10000\" style=\"display: none;\"><span class=\"hustle-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><div class=\"hustle-success-content\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hustle-layout\"><div class=\"hustle-main-wrapper\"><div class=\"hustle-layout-body\"><div class=\"hustle-layout-content hustle-layout-position--above\"><div class=\"hustle-content\"><div class=\"hustle-content-wrap\"><div class=\"hustle-group-title\"><h3 class=\"hustle-title\">Become an Insider<\/h3><h4 class=\"hustle-subtitle\">Get a monthly roundup of IT tips, stories and insights from our pros.<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><form class=\"hustle-layout-form\" novalidate=\"novalidate\"><div class=\"hustle-form hustle-form-inline\"><div class=\"hustle-form-fields hustle-proximity-joined\"><div class=\"hustle-field hustle-field-icon--static hustle-field-required \"><label for=\"hustle-field-email-module-1\" id=\"hustle-field-email-module-1-label\" class=\"hustle-screen-reader\">Your email<\/label><input id=\"hustle-field-email-module-1\" type=\"email\" class=\"hustle-input \" name=\"email\" value=\"\" aria-labelledby=\"hustle-field-email-module-1-label\" data-validate=\"1\" \/><span class=\"hustle-input-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"flex-flow: row nowrap;\"><span class=\"hustle-icon-email\"><\/span><span>yourname@example.com<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"hustle-field hustle-field-icon--static \"><label for=\"hustle-field-first_name-module-1\" id=\"hustle-field-first_name-module-1-label\" class=\"hustle-screen-reader\">First Name<\/label><input id=\"hustle-field-first_name-module-1\" type=\"name\" class=\"hustle-input \" name=\"first_name\" value=\"\" aria-labelledby=\"hustle-field-first_name-module-1-label\" data-validate=\"\" \/><span class=\"hustle-input-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"flex-flow: row nowrap;\"><span class=\"hustle-icon-name\"><\/span><span>First Name<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"hustle-field hustle-field-icon--static \"><label for=\"hustle-field-last_name-module-1\" id=\"hustle-field-last_name-module-1-label\" class=\"hustle-screen-reader\">Last Name<\/label><input id=\"hustle-field-last_name-module-1\" type=\"name\" class=\"hustle-input \" name=\"last_name\" value=\"\" aria-labelledby=\"hustle-field-last_name-module-1-label\" data-validate=\"\" \/><span class=\"hustle-input-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"flex-flow: row nowrap;\"><span class=\"hustle-icon-name\"><\/span><span>Last Name<\/span><\/span><\/div><button class=\"hustle-button hustle-button-submit \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-loading-text=\"Form is being submitted, please wait a bit.\"><span class=\"hustle-button-text\">Submit<\/span><span class=\"hustle-icon-loader hustle-loading-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"hustle_module_id\" value=\"1\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"post_id\" value=\"0\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"hustle_sub_type\" value=\"shortcode\"><div class=\"hustle-error-message\" style=\"display: none;\" data-default-error=\"Please fill out all required fields.\"><\/div><\/form><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to core security! 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