Reposted from Cuseum

Hey there, museum professionals, administrators and membership managers! We know you’ve got enough on your plate; from safeguarding priceless artifacts to planning the next big exhibition or patron event.

But guess what? Your organization’s digital assets and data need your attention and protection too! So, we’ve put together a simple and practical 8 step guide on how to safeguard your data just in time for October, which is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Let’s dive in and don’t worry; we’ve got a fictional case for each step to make it extra relatable. The Museum of Ancient Wonders realized they hadn’t updated their systems or reviewed their security practices in ages (seriously, not since their "Dinosaur Dance Party" exhibit in 2015!). Their outdated systems made them vulnerable to ransomware attacks. After conducting their security practices, the museum resolved a vulnerability that could have led to a costly security disaster. Crisis averted!  Supporting Data: According to Accenture’s Cybersecurity Study, 60% of businesses do not perform regular security audits, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. Don’t let this be you! Pro Tip: Schedule an audit of your digital infrastructure at least annually to catch any vulnerabilities before the cyber-baddies do! Over at the Cosmic Catfish Zoo & Aquarium, a staff member clicked on a phishing email (oops), and suddenly their entire system was at risk! But thanks to multi-factor authentication (MFA) that was enabled on various systems (including Cuseum), the hackers couldn’t get in. Supporting Data: Did you know that 99.9% of account hacks can be prevented with MFA? Yup, according to Microsoft’s 2023 cybersecurity study, it’s one of the simplest and most effective ways to lock down your systems. Pro Tip: With MFA, your staff will need more than just a password to access systems. Think of it as adding a second lock to the museum vault; and who doesn’t love extra security?

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