Reduce Risk
CyberSecurity
Having anti-virus protection and a firewall (although these are important) are just part of a comprehensive CyberSecurity policy.
Introduction
Every company is at risk – you cannot ignore it*.
- Do install anti-virus\malware protection.
- Take suitable legal advice.
- Check the UK Government's 10 steps to CyberSecurity.
(*If in doubt, you should discuss CyberSecurity with your in-house or internet service experts.)
Anti-Virus\Malware Programs
Various solution providers can be found at: The ExportersAlmanac - Cyber Security Services.
Legal Advice
- Take suitable legal advice. In particular, do not create legal problems for yourself e.g.:
- Ensure that you have the appropriate notices on your website regarding: cookies, privacy, terms and conditions etc.
- Comply with the law with regard to data protection e.g. The General Data Protection Regulation, Data Protection Act 2018 (" GDPR") and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 ("PECR")- and if appropriate register with the Information Commissioner's Office.
- Safeguard your Intellectual Property ("IP").
LawBite can work with you to ensure that you comply with the law with regard to:
- Relevant Legal Templates.
- Data Protection Requirements.
- IP protection.
UK Government's 10 steps to CyberSecurity
You should have a CyberSecurity policy which all members of staff need to know and understand. As a minimum, you should follow the UK Government's 10 steps to cyber security.
