Secure Your Data Before the New Year Hits

End-of-Year Cybersecurity Checklist: Secure Your Business Before 2026

With cyber attacks surging during the holidays and year-end (including AI-driven scams and ransomware), now's the perfect time to lock down your data. As a trusted MSP and reseller for Bitdefender and Backblaze B2, here are actionable tips to protect your business:

1. Run a Full System Scan Use Bitdefender's advanced antivirus to detect and remove malware, ransomware, and threats. Bitdefender's 2025 reports highlight how attackers abuse legitimate tools in 84% of incidents—stay ahead with real-time protection.

2. Update All Software and Patches Apply the latest updates to your OS, apps, and devices. Enable Bitdefender's Patch Management for automated Windows updates to close vulnerabilities before the new year.

3. Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Add an extra layer everywhere—email, cloud accounts, and VPNs. This simple step blocks most unauthorized access attempts.

4. Backup Your Critical Data Secure offsite backups with Backblaze B2 cloud storage. Test restores now to ensure quick recovery from ransomware or data loss. Pair immutable storage options for ultimate ransomware defense.

5. Train Your Team on Phishing Holiday scams spike—warn about fake deals and urgent emails. Bitdefender's scam protection and email security can filter threats automatically.

6. Review Access and Clean Up Audit user permissions, remove old accounts, and shred unnecessary files securely. Start fresh in 2026 with reduced attack surface.

Don't let a breach ruin your new year.