Avoid Using USB Keys

Okay! This one is short and sweet. At one time USB keys were very popular - particularly as branded giveaways at tradeshows. Over time it has been recognised that they do introduce risk and are thus best avoided particularly if you are gifted one. Instead, it is securer to use online company storage options like Google Drive, Dropbox, Box etc.

USB keys add a layer of cyber security risk we don’t normally concern ourselves with. They’re physical things and they can be misplaced. It’s easy for USB containing tonnes of info to end up, well anywhere really.

USB keys are also not normally password protected, unless they’re clever ones. Meaning that it’s simple and straightforward to access that critical data.

Your best bet is to steer clear of this particular retro piece of office gear.

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