With National Cybersecurity Awareness Month coming to a close in October, ZAG Technical Services said it has a stark reminder for businesses everywhere: There’s nothing scarier than a cyberattack during a company’s busiest season; with peak harvests and holiday sales just around the corner, businesses must identify and close vulnerabilities that could leave them exposed.
ZAG Technical Services says it is offering comprehensive cybersecurity assessments to help companies uncover hidden risks in their systems and plan smarter for 2025.
“Cyberattacks can take days, weeks or months to recover from, and may even come with a hefty ransom without the guarantee of restored access,” Thuan Ngo, vice president for ZAG Technical Services, said in a news release. “That kind of downtime could spell disaster, especially during critical operational windows like peak harvest season.”
Cybersecurity checklist
To help businesses safeguard their operations, ZAG Technical Services has released a free downloadable cybersecurity checklist. The resource includes essential steps companies can take to minimize risks and prepare for faster recovery in case of an incident, according to the release. Some key recommendations include:
- Deploy a next-generation antivirus and anti-malware solution.
- Engage in regular employee education and phishing simulation training.
- Use system snapshots for predictable, streamlined recovery.
Businesses can access the full checklist and take the first step toward minimizing cybersecurity risks today, the company said.
“Now is a great time for businesses to reflect on their cybersecurity practices,” Ngo said. “Whether you’re worried about ransomware attacks, phishing scams or system vulnerabilities, we want to empower companies to take proactive measures and prevent downtime before it strikes.”
