The number 1 problem your business has with cyber security - and why it's not just an IT problem!

Solving the #1 Cyber security problem in your business...

Welcome to Techcess, the podcast dedicated to helping businesses navigate the world of IT and cyber security.

In today's episode, titled "The Number 1 Problem Your Business Has with Cyber security and why it's not just an IT problem," we're going to reveal the most common issue plaguing businesses.

No spoilers yet, but did you know that 57% of your staff are writing down passwords on sticky notes?

This might give you a clue what we're going to be talking about in this episode.

We'll share eye-opening statistics and discuss the consequences of weak passwords, from data breaches to insider threats.

But fear not, we also have the solution!

And once you've heard it, you'll be able to scroll down to the link to book your chat with me and get it solved in your business!

Also in this week's episode, Annie's Tech Update, our intriguing Intel of the week, and get ready for more tech themed hilarity with Gigglebytes!

Hi and welcome to the Techcess podcast. I'm Mark Riddell and in this episode I'm talking to you about the number one problem I can guarantee your business is suffering with its cyber security!

The problem with weak passwords

I take no pleasure with sharing troubling statistics, but I do feel it's necessary when it comes to hosting a podcast educating people about the dangers their business faces when they're not on top of their cyber security!

I can pretty much guarantee your employees are using easily guessed passwords and writing down those passwords on sticky notes.

Another common practice in most businesses is reusing passwords across personal and work accounts. And this poses a grave security risk.

I'm here to tell you about the consequences of insecure passwords, from costly data breaches to account takeovers and insider threats.

Solving the Problem

My goal with this Techcess podcast episode is to suggest two primary solutions for businesses to address the issue of weak passwords.

Firstly, implementing strong password policies and providing end-user security training can create awareness and enforce good password practices.

However, policies alone are not enough.

Your businesses needs to provide employees with tools and technology to simplify password management.

And that's where we come in, with this episode.

What you'll learn from listening to this episode of Techcess

Employees writing down passwords on sticky notes and using weak and easily guessed passwords
Statistics demonstrating the extent of the problem, such as storing credentials on personal devices and reusing passwords
Risks associated with breach passwords, including data breaches and cybercrime
Getting the basics of cybersecurity right
Policies and end user security training on creating strong passwords
Limitations of policies alone and the importance of providing better tools
The drawbacks of using web browsers as password managers and the need for a decent business password manager - with our recommendation!

Timestamped Summary:

00:01 Solve business problem, secure passwords, episode details.

03:58 Password managers solve cybersecurity problems in businesses.

09:03 Secure business password manager solves cybersecurity problems.

12:12 Secure password manager separates personal and business.

13:22 Most secure password manager with easy setup. Book chat below!

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Mark Riddell's technology podcast "Techcess" is an m3 Networks production. Mark and the team have created this podcast to help you and their clients understand how technology can help them in their industry and business, including helping them with cyber security solutions. To find out more about Mark Riddell and the rest of the m3 team, visit them here and follow them on Linkedin.

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