Western Independent Banker - January/February 2008 - (Page 18) You can take a practical but critical step to prevent data loss and avoid financial repercussions by implementing access controls – both internally and externally. Some of those access controls can include: • Encrypt both transmitted data and data at rest. • Limit who has access to personally identifiable information within your bank – role-based access. • Do regular reviews of user access levels. • Monitor critical systems where key information is housed. • Monitor access modifications, deletions, etc. • Keep records and appropriate logs/ activities. • Ensure that computer systems are hardened by best practices adopted by any one of your preferred organizations like ISO (International Organization f o r S t a n d a r d i z a t i o n) o r N I S T (National Institute of Standards and Technology). • Conduct regular independent audits. • Maintain strong HR controls – security awareness training for employees and social engineering tactics training. • Continue to do background checks on employees (frequently and not just initially). Having technology in place that can block outbound malicious traffic is also a best practice for protecting customer data. If an employee takes a laptop home, gets the computer infected with malware, then tries to plug back into the corporate network, you want to be able to prevent that outbound infected data from escaping. In addition to the latest operating system and application security patches, intrusion prevention systems and well-maintained spam filters can help prevent data breaches. Lisa King is Public Relations Manager for SecureWorks in Atlanta, Ga. She can be reached at lking@secureworks.com. SecureWorks is a WIB-endorsed Value & Income Program Partner (VIP). D 800.824.3700. Financial solutions that enable healthcare clients to reach the next level RE Accounts Receivable Solutions | Asset-Based Financing If your healthcare clients’ balance sheets need improvement or they require additional funds to capitalize on new business opportunities, turn to Medical Capital. We can provide financial solutions that meet current needs and are flexible enough to integrate with strategic plans. Ready to help healthcare providers do more? call 800.824.3700 » WWW.MEDICALCAPITAL.COM Financing the Future of Healthcare 360115_Medical.indd 1 12/9/07 12:16:25 PM 18 www.wib.org Western Independent Banker http://www.medicalcapital.com http://www.wib.org
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