CMMS system's business security and safety are highly essential, considering that hacking has been quite common even with the current awareness. Pirates have used various devices, such as DVRs, coffee machines, and baby monitors, to take down sites like the New York Times and Twitter. The problem of hacking a CMMS application can be avoided by implementing the following security practices to protect the devices.
Knowing your devices
Knowing which devices are connected and what they are doing is essential, which is a prerequisite for proper security. It is necessary to maintain an inventory that is visible so that you can know what might be at risk of being hacked.
Using secure hosting and networks
Ensure that your network is secure by creating a separate system so that potential hackers cannot access the networked devices or shared files. Another strategy is network segmentation, where the network over which the devices send information is divided into different zones.
Using a firewall
Utilize a firewall to prevent hackers from communicating with your devices. Firewalls act as gatekeepers that block traffic that should not be allowed to pass through. Think of them as customs agents or security who check luggage and people as they enter the country. The policies programmed into firewalls, known as white lists, are lists of things that do not have access to the internal systems.
Using data loss prevention
In addition to monitoring inbound traffic from potential hackers, tracking the data leaving your system through a data loss prevention system is essential.
Setting a strong password
Most devices come with a default password set by the vendor, which is usually not very secure. Setting a new, strong password is essential because default passwords are likely to be hacked.
By following these essential steps, businesses using CMMS Systems can prioritize the security and safety of their company and avoid the troublesome issue of being hacked by malicious hackers.