When we talk about digital threats, many think of large, obvious attacks, such as ransomware paralyzing systems or major data breaches in the news. However, most of the risks that compromise companies daily are silent and go unnoticed until they cause serious damage. Understanding what these risks are and how to protect yourself is essential to maintain data integrity, ensure business continuity, and preserve the company’s reputation. Below, we list seven digital risks that can affect your company and practical solutions to prevent them from becoming a problem.
1. Uncontrolled Access to Information
Allowing all employees unrestricted access to documents and internal systems creates gaps that are difficult to manage. An employee accessing data they shouldn’t—even without malicious intent—already represents a risk to the company.
Digital organization depends on a clear access control system, where each person is only allowed to access what is necessary for their job. This simple measure reduces the chance of leaks and protects strategic information.
At STWBRASIL, we implement solutions that help structure access precisely, with audit trails and periodic reviews.
2. Storing Files on Local Devices
When important documents are stored only on individual computers or outdated internal servers, the company becomes vulnerable to losses, hardware failures, and attacks.
Centralizing files in a reliable cloud environment addresses this vulnerability.
With STWBRASIL’s Cloud service, all data is stored on protected servers, with automatic backups and controlled access according to each department’s needs.
Thus, even in unexpected situations such as equipment theft or hardware failure, information remains preserved.
3. Leaks Due to Human Error
A large portion of data leaks happen because of employee mistakes. Sending a sensitive file to the wrong recipient or copying data to unprotected personal devices are common situations—but they can lead to major damage.
DLP (Data Loss Prevention) solutions monitor information flow and block actions that violate established rules. STWBRASIL configures specific DLP policies for companies that need to protect internal documents and prevent unnecessary exposure of confidential data.
4. Outdated Systems
Known security flaws are the gateway for digital attacks. Often, the vulnerability that allowed a serious incident was already public and could have been corrected with a simple software update.
Keeping all systems up to date is a routine that makes a difference in digital protection.
With technical support from STWBRASIL, your company can ensure that servers, applications, and workstations are always running the latest and most secure versions available.
5. Incorrect Network Configurations
Poorly configured corporate networks—with overly open permissions or no segmentation between departments—make it easier for intruders to move around and harder to detect suspicious activity.
Technical analyses carried out by STWBRASIL help identify and correct these flaws. With simple adjustments—like network segmentation and stricter authentication—the attack surface is reduced and the digital environment becomes more secure.
6. Weak and Unchanged Passwords
Even today, simple and repeated passwords are still one of the main vulnerabilities within companies. How easily an attacker can guess or crack a compromised password is what makes this risk so serious.
Using multi-factor authentication combined with regular password updates significantly increases credential security. In addition, internal awareness campaigns help educate employees on the importance of adopting safer practices in their daily routines.
7. Lack of Incident Monitoring
Many companies only realize they’ve suffered an attack when it’s already too late. The absence of continuous monitoring systems allows intrusions and irregular activities to go on for long periods without being detected.
Constant monitoring is essential to quickly identify unusual behavior and act before damage occurs. STWBRASIL offers specialized monitoring for companies that want to keep constant watch over their infrastructure, in a cost-effective and customized way.
How to Act to Reduce Digital Risks
Recognizing these risks is the first step. Correcting the identified flaws and adopting good digital security practices must be part of the routine in any operation that deals with data, online systems, and remote access.
Some practical actions:
- Implement an access control system based on user profiles.
- Migrate data to securely managed cloud environments with automatic backup.
- Configure and enforce DLP policies to prevent unauthorized data transfers.
- Keep all systems up to date with the latest security patches.
- Adjust network configurations to reduce the attack surface.
- Encourage strong password creation and multi-factor authentication.
- Adopt monitoring systems that detect abnormal activities in real time.
With these measures, your company reduces its exposure to risks and builds an environment better prepared to deal with everyday threats.
The Importance of Not Delaying Digital Protection
Each of the risks mentioned here tends to grow over time if not addressed proactively. Many organizations only take action after suffering a serious incident—when the cost of recovery is already much higher than the cost of prevention.
Treating digital security as a strategic element protects valuable assets, preserves the company’s image, and avoids future headaches. It’s not just about technology—it’s about protecting the operation as a whole.
STWBRASIL is ready to help companies that want to break the inertia and implement practical digital protection solutions tailored to the reality and size of each operation.
