Cyber Security

With advancements in cyber threats, it is essential to remember that cybersecurity isn't a "Once and Done" strategy; it is a continuous, evolving effort to stay ahead of modern threats. At TwentyFour IT Services, we work with businesses to constantly assess and identify changes in the cybersecurity threat landscape and work to patch vulnerabilities across your systems, networks, and processes. Additionally, our regular reviews keep you up to date in an ever-changing landscape.

Identity and Access Management ensures that only verified users gain access to your data and systems. It enforces least-privileged access rules and protects against credential misuse. By understanding who the user is and restricting the data they are allowed to access, Data Security is assured and inadvertent access is protected.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds additional layers of verification beyond just complex passwords, requiring users to have access to a device for a code or notification, and be able to verify the user's identity through biometric authentication. Following the rule of: something you know, something you have and can even layer verifying who you are.

The traditional concept of cybersecurity is no longer sufficient; antivirus software alone is outdated and does not address modern threats. A Zero Trust framework assumes that threats may already exist both inside and outside of your business. Every user, device, file, software, and connection is continuously verified before access is granted.

This approach reduces risk by applying the "never trust, always verify" principle and segmenting access to limit potential damage. For example, why should a harmless-looking USB drive be writing a script to upload your files to the internet? The answer is that it shouldn't, and as such, they should be blocked by default.

As more businesses move to cloud-based platforms and remote or hybrid work environments, SASE combines network security and connectivity into a single, cloud-delivered framework that can be paired with on-site security solutions such as Firewalls, Network Switches, and Access Points. For the user, this ensures innovative, secure, and consistent access to resources from any location or device, protected by your predefined policies.

Email remains the primary entry point for cyberattacks, including phishing and malware. Our active email threat protection platform uses AI and machine learning to understand the content and intent of an email. Is someone asking you to open a document with a malicious link in it? Are they asking you to change bank account details? Or are they pretending to represent a company/brand that they are not from? Email Security protects you from these common threats and more.

Your employees are the most vulnerable part of any cybersecurity strategy. Whether it's targeted, complex phishing attacks or just human error, your employees are the most likely targets for cybercriminals seeking to gain access to your business and its data. With regular security awareness training, your employees become a critical part of your defence strategy, being able to identify and respond to threats before they cause harm.

Traditional antivirus tools are no longer sufficient against advanced threats, detecting only 20-30% of threats. Advanced Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions use real-time analytics, artificial intelligence, and behavioural monitoring to detect unusual, suspicious and malicious activity to block it in its tracks. This proactive approach stops ransomware, zero-day exploits, and advanced threats before they can disrupt your business.

Stolen credentials and other data can be found in many corners of the dark web long before a breach is even detected. Dark web monitoring identifies leaked data and compromised accounts to allow you to take swift corrective action to secure systems, reset passwords, and notify any impacted parties.

Outdated software, operating systems, security updates and misconfigured systems are common entry points for attackers through zero-day exploits. Effective patch management ensures that all operating systems, applications, and firmware remain up to date with the latest security fixes before attackers threaten to expose them. Our team of cybersecurity experts not only monitors to ensure that all of your devices remain up to date and secure, but can also alert you to devices that have not been seen online for extended periods without updates.

A secure web gateway inspects all inbound and outbound internet traffic, blocking malicious websites, downloads, and phishing attempts. However, beyond this, it can also act as a secure gateway for your business to the internet, ensuring that if sites ask for personal or financial information, the data provided is in line with your business policies. Additionally, WGS can be used to block access to websites that are against your business policies, such as social media, gambling, adult content and more.