The growing use of broadband and other technologies for wide area connectivity has brought increased risk of security breaches and unauthorised access to company networks.

Greater use of home working, remote access and adoption of closer, interactive links to customers and suppliers, if not carefully managed, can all threaten Network Security.

Ex employees whose network access rights have not been terminated on leaving also pose a threat to system integrity.

Web sites, if not suitably protected, can also be vulnerable to unauthorised alteration or have functionality impaired.

Alchemy Plus provides a complete service including consultancy, security testing, risk management and deployment of firewalls and other security protocols and procedures.

If you answer “no” or are unable to answer any of the following questions it may be time for you to arrange for a security audit of your IT system:

• Is your system configured to allow access to certain files only to those “who need to know” ?
• Is it possible any past employees, suppliers or contractors may still have access to your systems ?
• Are your firewalls, routers and other security devices properly configured and delivering the expected level of protection ?
• Are all your main network and user passwords effective and changed regularly ?
• Is your web site secure and protected from unauthorised tampering ?
• Have your server systems and user workstations been kept up to date with security patches from Microsoft and other software vendors ?
• Are your anti-virus, anti-spam and anti-malware applications effective and up to date ?
• Have you had your IT system security checked in the last 6 months ?

If you have any concerns about your Network Security Contact Us today for advice and confidential support.