{"id":1338,"date":"2020-10-24T22:41:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-24T22:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pax8.com\/future-blog\/the-msps-guide-to-a-building-a-security-stack\/"},"modified":"2023-05-17T15:15:11","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T15:15:11","slug":"the-msps-guide-to-a-building-a-security-stack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pax8.com\/blog\/the-msps-guide-to-a-building-a-security-stack\/","title":{"rendered":"The MSP\u2019s Guide to Building a Security Stack"},"content":{"rendered":"

Learn how to build a tech stack that fully protects your clients.<\/p>\n

The Internet is a lot like a comic book universe. Cybercriminals are the never-ending group of villains attempting to steal money or identities, or even take over the world. In fact, two-thirds of small or medium sized businesses have suffered cyberattacks in the past year. Plus, each attack can cost a company $3 million<\/a>! You, the MSP, are the superhero, constantly needing to change up your tactics to defend the good citizens of the digital world. So, let’s talk about how to build a top-notch security stack.<\/p>\n

Suiting Up the MSP<\/h2>\n

Smart superheroes make sure they\u2019re dressed appropriately for the job. Some wear bulletproof suits, while others carry magical devices that transform into weapons and shields. As MSPs, your stab-resistant costume is made from the solutions you use to protect your company. This in turn protects your downstream clients.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re using a remote monitoring and management (RMM) tool, it\u2019s easy for attackers to gain access to all your clients all at once. Always follow the same advice you give your clients so that everyone is protected.<\/p>\n

Ever-Evolving Attacks<\/h2>\n

One thing\u00a0cybercriminals (and villains)\u00a0are\u00a0not\u00a0is unimaginative.\u00a0Their methods evolve\u00a0as we\u00a0change how we use the Internet. For example,\u00a0SQL injection<\/a> is one of the oldest ways to get access to people\u2019s accounts.\u00a0An\u00a0“oldie but goodie,”\u00a0if you will.\u00a0It\u2019s still used, but websites now\u00a0sanitize user input<\/a> to protect against these attacks.<\/p>\n

Ransomware, on the other hand, was rarer in the past because there was no easy way to send money over the Internet. Not so today! Even phishing attacks and social engineering techniques have gotten more sophisticated over time. To make their phishing emails more believable, all cybercriminals had to do was fix grammar mistakes and reword awkward phrasing.<\/p>\n

Here are some popular attacks to be on the lookout for:<\/p>\n