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Strengthening
Most insurance plans will help you navigate a breach with your IT team.
Your Golf Course’s Digital
AUTOMATICALLY PATCH OPERATING SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS
Cybercriminals can exploit vulner- abilities in software to gain unau- thorized access or disrupt opera- tions. Automatic patching helps maintain the security and stability of systems used in golf course man- agement, reservation systems, and customer databases, reducing the risk of security breaches and downtime. This should include operating systems, 3rd party software, and firmware updates.
ENABLE SECURITY SOFTWARE
Enabling security software, such as antivirus and intrusion detection systems, helps protect computer systems, networks, and customer information from malware and cyber threats, which are increas- ingly prevalent in the digital age. Having ongoing security monitor- ing can stop threat actors before any damage is done. Deploy best- in-class EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) agent and a DNS resolution tool to protect end users from malware, phishing and targeted online attacks.
Defenses
A Guide to Canadian Baseline Cybersecurity Controls
DEVELOP AN INCIDENT RESPONSE PLAN
Developing an incident response plan is crucial for the golf industry as it involves the handling of sensitive customer data, financial transac- tions, and the operation of various technologies. In case of data breaches, cyberattacks, or other incidents, having a well-defined plan helps minimize downtime and mitigate potential damage.
Given the golf industry in Canada has a short window within each year to generate and optimize revenues, having an effective plan will be the difference between getting up and running within hours versus days to weeks. Part of this plan should include cyber security insurance.
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