With the rapid increase in the digitization of businesses and public services in Canada, securing digital projects has become a crucial issue for all organizations. Here are some key steps and strategies to protect your digital projects in 2024, while staying up-to-date with current threats and cybersecurity best practices.
1. Integrate cybersecurity at the design stage (Security by Design)
One of the first steps in securing a digital project is to integrate cybersecurity right from the design phase. This means thinking about security at every stage of a project's lifecycle, from conception to implementation. This method, known as Security by Design, is a practice recommended by the Canadian Cyber Security Centre, which aims to reduce vulnerabilities before the product or service is even deployed.
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2. Implement strict access control mechanisms
Managing access to systems and data is crucial to preventing unauthorized intrusions. Technologies such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) must be implemented to ensure that only authorized persons can access sensitive information.
This strategy has been put forward as part of Canada's National Cyber Security Strategy to strengthen the resilience of Canadian systems.
3. Protect data with encryption solutions
Data encryption is another essential layer of protection. Whether for data stored on local servers or in the cloud, encryption prevents malicious actors from accessing information in the event of a leak or intrusion.
In Canada, initiatives such as Cybersecure Canada recommend the use of encryption technologies for all companies managing sensitive data.