The Basics Still Win: Security Best Practices Every School and Business Should Be Doing

I get asked this question all the time:
“What can we do to protect ourselves?”

First off — you need us to help, and we love it.
Red Garrison is in the trenches every day helping schools, cities, and businesses defend their networks. But even the strongest castle starts with good walls and locked gates. The basics still win. Here’s what every organization should be doing right now:

🛠️ Regular Patching & Updates

Outdated systems are like open doors. Keep your operating systems, firewalls, apps, and firmware patched. Schedule updates, test them, and stay ahead of attackers who thrive on old software.

🧱 Least Privilege

Only give users access to what they truly need. Fewer admin accounts mean fewer ways for attackers to move laterally once inside.

💻 Secure Code & Input Validation

For schools with internal web portals or businesses with customer sites — sanitize every form field. Validate input and never trust user data. A little time here can prevent a big breach later.

🔐 Secure Data Storage

Encrypt data at rest and in transit. Protect backups like gold. If it contains personal, financial, or student information, it deserves top-tier protection.

🔑 Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Passwords get cracked. MFA stops most attacks cold. Require it for everything — email, MDM, admin consoles, even VPN access.

📊 Logging & Monitoring

If you’re not watching, you’re blind. Enable centralized logging, set alerts for suspicious activity, and review them weekly. It’s your early-warning system.

🧠 User Training

Most breaches start with a click. Train your staff and teachers to spot phishing and scams. Keep it short, relevant, and real — and repeat it often.

⚔️ And So Much More

From network segmentation to incident response planning — cybersecurity is an ongoing mission.
That’s where Red Garrison steps in. We bring the tools, expertise, and mindset of ethical hackers who think like attackers — so you don’t have to.

Ready to strengthen your defenses?
Let’s talk about how Red Garrison can help your school or business build a fortress that lasts.
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