{"id":779,"date":"2023-09-15T12:58:05","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T12:58:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atb.tech\/blog\/?p=779"},"modified":"2023-11-20T14:07:28","modified_gmt":"2023-11-20T14:07:28","slug":"it-security-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atb.tech\/blog\/it-security-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Common IT Security Mistakes and How to Avoid Them"},"content":{"rendered":"

In today’s digital age, IT security is more important than ever. Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and businesses of all sizes are at risk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Human error like this is endemic. At work, it\u2019s <\/span>responsible for an estimated 82%<\/span><\/a> of all corporate data breaches. But the same complacency and lack of security know-how can also bleed into our personal lives, putting our data and devices at risk. <\/span>One research team found<\/span><\/a> 24 billion stolen username\/password combinations circulating on cybercrime marketplaces this year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Unfortunately, many companies make common IT security mistakes that can leave them vulnerable to attack. In this article, we’ll explore 10 of the most common IT security mistakes and provide tips on how to avoid them.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Weak Passwords<\/b><\/h3>\n

One of the most common IT security mistakes is using weak passwords. Passwords that are easy to guess or crack can put your entire network at risk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Weak passwords are a typical way for outsiders to access your business systems. Protecting business data and reducing cybersecurity risks requires a strong password policy. Creating strong passwords can include:<\/span><\/p>\n