One of my biggest concerns while working, especially when I have access to the company Dropbox, Basecamp, FTP folders, and site backends is security. There are a lot of people who don't take this seriously, but one slip up could destroy your entire business. What security measures do you guys use? I'm always looking for new ideas, for example I run Avast antivirus, I never torrent on my work computer, etc. I've also considered installing Linux on a second hard drive for better security while I'm working, has anyone gone to that extreme?
Computer Security while Working
- Thread starter etox
- Start date
Aty
Elite Member
- Jan 27, 2011
- 7,631
- 5,299
1. Just because you have Avast free (or even paid) doesn't mean you are protected.
2. I torrent on my personal computer all the time and have no issues.
3. Who said a Linux OS cannot be hacked?
If you wanna feel a bit more protected then buy Kaspersky Internet Security for instance, it is one of the best out there, though not even that can't protect you a 100%. Then buy a firewall hardware and have it configured properly.
Fact is if you don't know 100% what you are clicking on the internet you can get infected/hacked anyway, doesn't matter how protected you are. If you know your shit on the other hand then you don't even need an antivirus/firewall and be fine.
2. I torrent on my personal computer all the time and have no issues.
3. Who said a Linux OS cannot be hacked?
If you wanna feel a bit more protected then buy Kaspersky Internet Security for instance, it is one of the best out there, though not even that can't protect you a 100%. Then buy a firewall hardware and have it configured properly.
Fact is if you don't know 100% what you are clicking on the internet you can get infected/hacked anyway, doesn't matter how protected you are. If you know your shit on the other hand then you don't even need an antivirus/firewall and be fine.
1. Just because you have Avast free (or even paid) doesn't mean you are protected.
2. I torrent on my personal computer all the time and have no issues.
3. Who said a Linux OS cannot be hacked?
If you wanna feel a bit more protected then buy Kaspersky Internet Security for instance, it is one of the best out there, though not even that can't protect you a 100%. Then buy a firewall hardware and have it configured properly.
Fact is if you don't know 100% what you are clicking on the internet you can get infected/hacked anyway, doesn't matter how protected you are. If you know your shit on the other hand then you don't even need an antivirus/firewall and be fine.
You're not having a very happy day are you?
Aty
Elite Member
- Jan 27, 2011
- 7,631
- 5,299
What exactly makes you think I am not having a very happy day?
TiagoS
Supreme Member
- Jul 5, 2014
- 1,215
- 1,093
As aty mentioned, antivirus can't detect everything, especially if the virus is crypted and fud. But still, its worth having one for protecting you from known treats . I would suggest you combine avast and Malware bytes premium. Also, I would suggest your company adding mobile/ text token authentication to your backend , so, even if someone steal your site credentials , they wont have the token unless they have your mobile.
Last edited:
TiagoS
Supreme Member
- Jul 5, 2014
- 1,215
- 1,093
Awnnnnn so cute hahahahaBecause it feels like you're not and that makes me sad
Aty
Elite Member
- Jan 27, 2011
- 7,631
- 5,299
Because it feels like you're not and that makes me sad
Cheer up, your feeling is malfunctioning.
Pepefantas
Registered Member
- Jun 11, 2016
- 86
- 20
It's never enough, I recommend you to make the most strictly backup policy you can afford
Caledfwlch
Newbie
- Oct 15, 2016
- 5
- 5
Spyware / Keylogger might be your biggest concern.
Here's some software that can keep you safe:
Keylogger
- KeyScrambler
- Zemana AntiLogger
Spyware
Norton Security ( Has a Business Edition )
Information -
Main Page -
My suggestion is to buy Norton. In my opinion it's the best anti-spyware software and maybe the best Anti-virus out there.
Stay safe and Good Luck!!
- Caledfwlch
Here's some software that can keep you safe:
Keylogger
- KeyScrambler
Code:
https://www.qfxsoftware.com/- Zemana AntiLogger
Code:
https://www.zemana.com/Spyware
Norton Security ( Has a Business Edition )
Information -
Code:
http://us.norton.com/about-nortonMain Page -
Code:
http://us.norton.com/My suggestion is to buy Norton. In my opinion it's the best anti-spyware software and maybe the best Anti-virus out there.
Stay safe and Good Luck!!
- Caledfwlch
Joseph Lich
BANNED
- Nov 25, 2015
- 401
- 79
Change the password often.
