To strengthen protection against cyber threats, Schneider Electric, a global company in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, lists three fundamental tips to ensure the robustness of data center infrastructure systems:
- System Updates: Keeping all systems, software, and hardware devices up to date is a fundamental pillar for cybersecurity. This practice not only fixes recent vulnerabilities but also enhances the overall system security, as well as contributes to resilience against cyber threats, ensuring access to new security features developed by programmers;
- Network Segmentation: By dividing the network into isolated segments, each dedicated to specific functions, it is possible to restrict access only to necessary areas. In case of compromise in one part of the network, the spread to other areas is significantly reduced, facilitating early detection and efficient response to possible attacks;
- Access Policies and Ongoing Training: Many serious security breaches stem from careless actions by employees, such as clicking on unknown links or using weak passwords. By raising awareness among employees about the risks of these simple actions and providing continuous and assertive training, organizations can strengthen the first line of defense against internal threats. Implementing access policies based on the ‘least privilege’ principle ensures that each user has access only to what is essential for their responsibilities, reducing unnecessary exposures.
According to the latest report from Kaspersky, a technology company specializing in security software production, Brazil has recorded 603 thousand ransomware attack attempts over the past 12 months, making it the most attacked country in Latin America and fourth in the global ranking.
According to Davi Lopes, Director of Distribution, Inside Sales, and Digital Transformation at Schneider Electric, data center security is crucial in Brazil for the success of companies. “Threats are always present, and a security failure, whether due to operational or human error, can be costly financially and even cause dangerous damage to the company’s reputation,” he warns.
Lopes points out that in addition to specific security-related challenges, corporations face obstacles related to regulatory compliance and risk management. “With stricter data protection laws, such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) in Europe and LGPD (General Data Protection Law) in Brazil, organizations need to ensure they comply with relevant regulations and adequately protect customer and employee data,” he explains.
In Lopes’ opinion, the combination of regular updates, network segmentation, and well-defined access policies can help in the resilience of systems, reducing the risk of breaches and ensuring the integrity of critical operations. “Through these practices, companies can address contemporary challenges and maintain the security of their data center operations,” he concludes.
