Business stakeholders

Security in Business

According to the [US Federal Communications Commission (FCC)](https://www.fcc.gov/general/cybersecurity-small-business
), "The Internet allows businesses of all sizes, types, industries, and from any location to reach new and larger markets and provides opportunities to work more efficiently by using computer-based tools. Whether an organization is thinking of adopting cloud computing or just using email and maintaining a website, cybersecurity should be a part of the plan. Theft of digital information has become the most commonly reported fraud, surpassing physical theft. Every business that uses the Internet is responsible for creating a culture of security that will enhance business and consumer confidence."

Here are some of the topics related to business protection that we’ll cover in this class:

• Cybersecurity basics,
• Understanding the NIST Cybersecurity Framework,
• Physical Security,
• Attacks such as ransomware and phishing,
• Email security, and
• Securing remote access.

The US Federal Trade Commission website on cybersecurity for small business provides information all businesses need to know to protect their technologies, data, and people from cyber attacks. This is more evidence of the importance of cybersecurity for business. Consider this website as a resource not only in this course and Nanodegree, but throughout your professional career.

QUIZ QUESTION::

Go to the FTC Cybersecurity for Small Business website and review the topic areas under Protect Your Small Business. (Note that these apply to businesses of all types and sizes.)
For each of the topic areas, find the matching protection technique. Select the best way to protect the specific area.

ANSWER CHOICES:

Protect Equipment & Paper Files

Put all agreements in writing and verify compliance

Make Smart Security Your Business as Usual

Know how to connect remotely to the network

Know what to do if you're scammed

Topic Area	Protection Technique
Physical Security
Cybersecurity Basics
Tech Support Scams
Vendor Security
Secure Remote Access

SOLUTION:

Topic Area	Protection Technique
Physical Security	Protect Equipment & Paper Files
Vendor Security	Put all agreements in writing and verify compliance
Cybersecurity Basics	Make Smart Security Your Business as Usual
Secure Remote Access	Know how to connect remotely to the network
Tech Support Scams	Know what to do if you're scammed