The Canadian Cybersecurity Landscape
Canadian businesses face increasing cybersecurity threats, from ransomware attacks to data breaches. PIPEDA requires organizations to protect personal information, and the consequences of a breach include regulatory fines, legal liability, and reputational damage.
Essential Security Measures
- Keep all software updated (CMS, plugins, themes)
- Use strong, unique passwords and two-factor authentication
- Install a Web Application Firewall (WAF)
- Perform regular automated backups
- Monitor for malware and suspicious activity
- Implement HTTPS with a valid SSL certificate
