Cybersecurity Best Practices for Businesses

Protect your business from cyber threats with these proven strategies.
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Cybersecurity Best Practices for Businesses

In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity is more critical than ever. Here are some best practices that every business should implement:

1. Employee Training

  • Regular cybersecurity awareness training

  • Phishing simulation exercises

  • Clear policies on data handling and security

2. Strong Authentication

  • Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA)

  • Use strong, unique passwords for all accounts

  • Consider biometric authentication where appropriate

3. Regular Software Updates

  • Keep all systems and software up-to-date

  • Automate updates when possible

  • Regularly audit systems for outdated software

4. Data Encryption

  • Encrypt sensitive data both in transit and at rest

  • Use VPNs for remote access

  • Implement end-to-end encryption for communications

5. Backup and Recovery

  • Regular data backups

  • Test recovery processes

  • Store backups securely, preferably off-site

6. Network Security

  • Use firewalls and intrusion detection systems

  • Segment networks to limit potential damage

  • Regularly perform security audits and penetration testing

7. Incident Response Plan

  • Develop a comprehensive incident response plan

  • Regularly test and update the plan

  • Clearly define roles and responsibilities

8. Third-Party Risk Management

  • Assess the security practices of vendors and partners

  • Limit access to only what's necessary

  • Include security requirements in contracts

By implementing these practices, businesses can significantly improve their cybersecurity posture and better protect themselves against evolving threats.

import { BubbleMenu as BaseBubbleMenu, useEditorState } from '@tiptap/react'
import React, { useCallback, useRef } from 'react'
import { Instance, sticky } from 'tippy.js'
import { v4 as uuid } from 'uuid'
import deepEql from 'fast-deep-equal'

import { Toolbar } from '@/tiptap/components/ui/Toolbar'
import { Icon } from '@/tiptap/components/ui/Icon'
import { ImageBlockWidth } from './ImageBlockWidth'
import { MenuProps } from '@/tiptap/components/menus/types'
import { getRenderContainer } from '@/tiptap/lib/utils'

export const ImageBlockMenu = ({ editor, appendTo }: MenuProps): JSX.Element => {
  const menuRef = useRef<HTMLDivElement>(null)
  const tippyInstance = useRef<Instance | null>(null)

  const getReferenceClientRect = useCallback(() => {
    const renderContainer = getRenderContainer(editor, 'node-imageBlock')
    const rect = renderContainer?.getBoundingClientRect() || new DOMRect(-1000, -1000, 0, 0)

    return rect
  }, [editor])

  const shouldShow = useCallback(() => {
    const isActive = editor.isActive('imageBlock')

    return isActive
  }, [editor])

  const onAlignImageLeft = useCallback(() => {
    editor.chain().focus(undefined, { scrollIntoView: false }).setImageBlockAlign('left').run()
  }, [editor])

  const onAlignImageCenter = useCallback(() => {
    editor.chain().focus(undefined, { scrollIntoView: false }).setImageBlockAlign('center').run()
  }, [editor])

  const onAlignImageRight = useCallback(() => {
    editor.chain().focus(undefined, { scrollIntoView: false }).setImageBlockAlign('right').run()
  }, [editor])

  const onWidthChange = useCallback(
    (value: number) => {
      editor.chain().focus(undefined, { scrollIntoView: false }).setImageBlockWidth(value).run()
    },
    [editor],
  )
  const { isImageCenter, isImageLeft, isImageRight, width } = useEditorState({
    editor,
    selector: ctx => {
      return {
        isImageLeft: ctx.editor.isActive('imageBlock', { align: 'left' }),
        isImageCenter: ctx.editor.isActive('imageBlock', { align: 'center' }),
        isImageRight: ctx.editor.isActive('imageBlock', { align: 'right' }),
        width: parseInt(ctx.editor.getAttributes('imageBlock')?.width || 0),
      }
    },
    equalityFn: deepEql,
  })

  return (
    <BaseBubbleMenu
      editor={editor}
      pluginKey={`imageBlockMenu-${uuid()}`}
      shouldShow={shouldShow}
      updateDelay={0}
      tippyOptions={{
        offset: [0, 8],
        popperOptions: {
          modifiers: [{ name: 'flip', enabled: false }],
        },
        getReferenceClientRect,
        onCreate: (instance: Instance) => {
          tippyInstance.current = instance
        },
        appendTo: () => {
          return appendTo?.current
        },
        plugins: [sticky],
        sticky: 'popper',
      }}
    >
      <Toolbar.Wrapper shouldShowContent={shouldShow()} ref={menuRef}>
        <Toolbar.Button tooltip="Align image left" active={isImageLeft} onClick={onAlignImageLeft}>
          <Icon name="AlignHorizontalDistributeStart" />
        </Toolbar.Button>
        <Toolbar.Button tooltip="Align image center" active={isImageCenter} onClick={onAlignImageCenter}>
          <Icon name="AlignHorizontalDistributeCenter" />
        </Toolbar.Button>
        <Toolbar.Button tooltip="Align image right" active={isImageRight} onClick={onAlignImageRight}>
          <Icon name="AlignHorizontalDistributeEnd" />
        </Toolbar.Button>
        <Toolbar.Divider />
        <ImageBlockWidth onChange={onWidthChange} value={width} />
      </Toolbar.Wrapper>
    </BaseBubbleMenu>
  )
}

export default ImageBlockMenu