Secure IT Configuration

Secure configuration refers to security measures that are implemented when building and installing computers and network devices in order to reduce unnecessary cyber vulnerabilities. Security misconfigurations are one of the most common gaps that criminal hackers look to exploit. Following an inventory of hardware and software, the most important security control is to implement secure configuration. Manufacturers often set the default configurations of new software and devices to be as open and multi-functional as possible. Accepting the default settings without reviewing them can create serious security issues, and can allow cyber attackers to gain easy, unauthorised access to organisational data. Web server and application server configurations play a crucial role in cyber security. Failure to properly configure the organisation’s servers can lead to a wide variety of security problems. Computers and network devices should also be configured to minimise the number of inherent vulnerabilities and provide only the services required to fulfil their intended function.