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For the data-savvy folks out there, this is a no-brainer. Taking snapshots is a surefire way to protect your data. Even if your system gets infected with ransomware, you can always roll back to a previous state without paying the ransom. Of course, there’s always a chance that you lose any new changes to your data from the last snapshot to the point of infection, but it’s better than paying a ransom to a threat actor–in most cases.<\/p>\n

One of the more basic features of a NAS is the ability to perform snapshots. ASUSTOR is no exception. You can set up scheduled snapshots (or do it manually) in the Snapshot Center. Schedule them frequently so that if you\u00a0do<\/em> get hit with ransomware, the data loss will be minimal when you roll back.<\/p>\n

And as always, back up your data to multiple locations.<\/p>\n

Be Vigilant<\/h2>\n

As we mentioned in the beginning of this article, basic cyber security hygiene is a must. Proper cyber security begins with you. In another article, we explain the three legs of cyber security:<\/p>\n

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• Technology<\/li>\n
• IT governance<\/li>\n
• Staff education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Replace “Staff education” with self-awareness if this is a NAS for personal use, but the point remains. Keep your tech up to date, don’t give people unnecessary access (even if not intentionally malicious, human error exists), and be aware of your own behavior. By following these rules, you can make your ASUSTOR NAS more secure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

  Your ASUSTOR NAS, like any other device, is susceptible to security breaches. Practicing basic cyber security hygiene is the first step in securing your NAS. Here’s what you need to do in order to make your ASUSTOR NAS more secure. Strengthen Your Login Credentials When you first set up your ASUSTOR NAS, or if you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":1912,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[24],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n