Top Cybersecurity Tools Every Business Should Consider

In a sea of cybersecurity solutions, choosing the right tools can feel overwhelming. Instead of investing in every tool available, check out our ‘cheat sheet’ to the best business security tools around.  

With so many different cybersecurity solutions on the market, it can be challenging to know where to begin. Many businesses mistakenly believe that the more tools they have, the more secure they are.  But this isn’t entirely true. In fact, the more you have, the more complex things can get! And we don’t want that. The good news is that you can significantly improve your cybersecurity posture with just a few strategic solutions. If you ask us, we think it’s always better to choose quality over quantity. 

So, what essential tools should you consider?

Reliable’s top 5 tools

Our expert team of cybersecurity professionals has compiled a list of five non-negotiable tools that every business should have to protect data, ensure employee safety, and safeguard the organisation:

1. Antivirus software

This type of software sits quietly in the background of your device… you’ll barely even know it’s there! It’s designed to detect and eliminate viruses and other types of malicious software – known as ‘malware’ – from your devices. Malware can harm your computers and compromise sensitive data, so scanning regularly for these malicious programs is hugely beneficial. A robust antivirus solution acts swiftly to prevent infections, often before they even occur. It’s a great choice if you want to take a proactive approach to security and stop threats before they’re able to cause an impact. 

2. Firewalls

The job of a firewall is to keep track of all the traffic that’s coming and going on your network, and only allow access to traffic types that have been pre-approved by your business’s own security settings. They’re crucial for protecting your systems from unauthorised access, and maintaining secure network boundaries to keep your organisation safe from external threats. Firewalls are so important that they’re featured on our Cybersecurity A-Z list. They’re one of the fundamental concepts everyone should know about when creating secure digital environments with strong defences. 

3. Threat detection systems
Many cyber threats provide early warning signs that they’re there… even before we can spot them. This is where threat detection systems prove essential. They continuously monitor your network to identify potential issues at their earliest stages, mitigating risks before they escalate. At Reliable, we’re proud to use KnowBe4, a leading threat detection system. It works by cutting through the noise, allowing us to quickly identify real threats and prioritise urgent risks. This system also helps to spot unusual patterns in workplace communications that may suggest an attack is about to happen.

4. Password managers
One of the most frequent causes of data breaches is exposed passwords. As users often need to access their online accounts multiple times daily, it’s understandable why they often opt for easy-to-remember passwords. Unfortunately, these are also easy to guess or exploit through brute force. Password managers make it simple to create more complex and hard-to-guess password combinations, securely storing them for easy access as and when needed. These clever solutions can also alert you if a password is compromised, allowing you to update credentials to prevent breaches.

5. Microsoft 365
While it may seem like an unusual choice in a cybersecurity solutions list, Microsoft 365 is a powerful tool for enhancing cybersecurity across any business that stores data in the cloud. Microsoft’s stringent security policies and advanced safety features are all built into the Microsoft 365 platform. This provides robust and inherent protection across applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and more. You can also customise and configure your security settings within the platform as your business grows and evolves, ensuring ongoing protection no matter what level of security you need. 

Building a stronger business – one tool at a time

At Reliable, our mission is to help you identify the best cybersecurity tools for your needs. With so many options available, you can trust us to find the most effective solutions. Get in touch with our expert team to learn how we can help you build a more secure business with the right digital tools.