Old Accounts
When someone leaves your business, you might be so wrapped up in the rush of everyday tasks that you forget to delete their login details.
It’s easy to overlook. You’ll get around to it later.
However, unused login details could be a ticking time bomb for security breaches, leaving the doors wide open to cyber criminals. Paying for old subscriptions you no longer need can also be an unnecessary drain on your budget.
A recent report found that almost half of businesses had no longer actively managed accounts.
If you forget about an account, you are not monitoring it, which leaves your business vulnerable to attacks.
These risks aren’t just hypothetical, either. Many cloud security breaches happen because unused login details and accounts have been compromised.
So, what do you need to do?
Take the time to audit all accounts and login details your business uses. Make sure you no longer have accounts open for ex-employees (and check that their access has been fully revoked, not just left inactive).
The same goes for any software or service you’ve stopped using in your business. You might not realize you’re still paying for a service you haven’t touched in months – or even years.
Going forward, ensure a clear process for when people leave and regularly review the applications and services your business uses.