Protecting Critical Infrastructure Starts with Simple Cyber Hygiene
As we enter the cold and flu season, it’s a reminder of how easily something as simple as washing your hands can help protect your health. The "common cold" is actually a complex group of viruses, constantly evolving, making it tough to combat. But with good hygiene—rest, hydration, and washing your hands—we can stay ahead of it.
Protecting critical infrastructure is no different.
Much like the "common cold," critical infrastructure is a complex, evolving system made up of diverse devices, networks, and missions. And just like viruses, cyberattacks are always adapting, trying to find a way in. But the good news? Your best defense is something just as simple and effective: Cyber Hygiene.
Cyber Hygiene is the foundation of your cybersecurity—simple steps that everyone can take to keep your systems and networks safe. It doesn’t require expensive tools or complex processes, just a commitment to basic best practices. And much like washing your hands, the more people in your organization follow these simple steps, the better the protection for everyone.
Common vulnerabilities in past cyberattacks include:
Unpatched systems with known vulnerabilities
Admin accounts used for everyday tasks
Weak or outdated passwords
Phishing attacks that compromise networks
Insecure remote access to internal systems
By implementing strong Cyber Hygiene, you can significantly Hack
You need a solid foundation for long-term protection.
At RPI Group, we build that foundation into everything we do. We integrate Cyber Hygiene into every aspect of our solutions, ensuring that our systems and networks are secure from the start and stay secure over time. With tools like Dragos for continuous monitoring and compliance with DISA STIGs and RMF controls, we help you create a secure, sustainable environment for your critical infrastructure. We believe in proactive, simple security. With the right measures in place, you can safeguard your organization from the evolving threats facing critical infrastructure today.
Need help building your Cyber Hygiene culture?
At RPI Group, we are here to support you with solutions and training to keep your systems secure and your operations resilient. Let's talk about how we can work together to protect your critical assets.