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Third parties are accessing your network. How do you keep them in check?

Managing third-party access to your network is crucial to maintaining security and protecting sensitive data. Here are some effective strategies:

  • Implement strict access controls: Use role-based access to limit what third parties can see and do.

  • Regularly monitor activity: Continuously track and audit third-party actions on your network.

  • Conduct security training: Ensure third parties are aware of your security protocols and expectations.

How do you ensure third-party access is secure in your network? Share your thoughts.

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Third parties are accessing your network. How do you keep them in check?

Managing third-party access to your network is crucial to maintaining security and protecting sensitive data. Here are some effective strategies:

  • Implement strict access controls: Use role-based access to limit what third parties can see and do.

  • Regularly monitor activity: Continuously track and audit third-party actions on your network.

  • Conduct security training: Ensure third parties are aware of your security protocols and expectations.

How do you ensure third-party access is secure in your network? Share your thoughts.

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    Luis José Saldaña

    VP Prevención de Fraudes en Rimac Seguros | Executive MBA | Fraud Risk | Cyber Crime Investigation | Innovation | Cyber Security | Cyber Intelligence

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    El acceso de terceros a la red corporativa es un riesgo que debe gestionarse con un enfoque de Zero Trust y controles estrictos tales como: ✅ Mínimo privilegio y acceso temporal: Solo conceder permisos estrictamente necesarios y revisarlos periódicamente. ✅ Autenticación robusta: Implementar MFA y gestionar accesos con un IAM centralizado. ✅ Monitoreo continuo: Usar SIEM y UEBA para detectar anomalías en tiempo real y gestionarlas como incidentes. ✅ Segmentación y control de datos: Aplicar firewalls avanzados y DLP para evitar filtraciones. ✅ Revisión de proveedores: Evaluar la seguridad de terceros antes de otorgar acceso con servicios de scoring de riesgo o encuestas/checklist.

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    Vivek Sharma

    COO & Co-Founder at Sarv.com, Strategic Planner| Technical Advisor| Market Analyst

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    To keep third parties in check when accessing your network, implement strict oversight and layered controls: Use Least Privilege Access: Grant only the minimum access needed for their role or task. Enforce Strong Authentication: Require MFA and secure credentials for all third-party logins. Segment the Network: Limit third-party access to isolated environments to reduce exposure. Monitor Activity in Real Time: Log and analyze their actions continuously for suspicious behavior. Review Access Regularly: Conduct periodic audits to remove outdated or unnecessary permissions. Include Security Clauses in Contracts: Hold vendors accountable for meeting your security standards.

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    Arivukkarasan Raja, PhD

    IT Director @ AstraZeneca | Expert in Enterprise Solution Architecture & Applied AI | Robotics & IoT | Digital Transformation | Strategic Vision for Business Growth Through Emerging Tech

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    Enforce **strict access controls** using **least privilege principles** and **zero trust architecture**. Implement **multi-factor authentication (MFA)** and monitor activity with **real-time logging and alerts**. Conduct **regular security audits** and require vendors to comply with **security policies and SLAs**. Segment networks to **limit exposure** and use **secure APIs** for data exchange. Continuously review and revoke unnecessary access to minimize risk.

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    Edmar Ferrer

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    To keep third parties from accessing your network, you can take several steps. First, ensure that all devices connected to your network have up-to-date antivirus software and firewalls enabled. Regularly review your network's access logs to detect any suspicious activity. Implement strong passwords and multi-factor authentication for all accounts. Limit access to sensitive areas of your network by using role-based access control. Monitor your network for any signs of unauthorized access, such as unusual login locations or times. Finally, educate your users about the risks of third-party access and the importance of following security best practices. Always confirm election information with trusted sources.

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    Dibyasarathi Das

    13 years of Experience in Network data & security

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    By creating Different zones in firewall where we restrict vendor to acces lan environment, we can create zone similar to DMZ zone etc.

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