Security

 

InDuring oura increasinglydevice interconnectedrefresh world,or back-to-school rollout, security iswork notshould justhappen abefore luxury,devices it'sreturn ato necessity.users. AsUse FileWave to check patch status, enforce required settings, deploy notifications, and report on devices that still need attention.

Protect devices before they return to users

Before handing devices back, verify OS and application patch status and apply the security settings your organization undertakesrequires. theFileWave can deploy updates, profiles, scripts, and Filesets so each device refreshstarts and (re)Enrollment process, it's essential to prioritize device security at every stage. FileWave providesfrom a varietyknown of tools that can help you enforce security protocols and provide a secure operational environment for your users. Here's what you can do:

Prioritize Device Security

From the onset, it's crucial to enforce security protocols on all devices. This includes installing security updates, setting secure device settings, and ensuring the proper configuration of all software. FileWave's device management tools allow you to automate these tasks, ensuring that all devices adhere to your organization's security standards.baseline.

• You'llPatch needall managed systems on a regular schedule so device-refresh work does not return outdated devices to ensure that you are actively patching all of your systems to avoid painful situations. users.
• If you have local admin accounts thinkexist, aboutconsider solutionsa likepassword-rotation workflow such as Integrating EasyLAPS with FileWave for macOSmacOS. thatA willshared rotatelocal theadmin password incan become a secureproblem way.after Rememberstaff thatchanges whenor someonedevice leaves your organization they may know a password that is on every single device. handoff.

Train

Prepare Usersusers onfor Securitythe Protocols

security workflow

User behavior isstill a critical factor inaffects device security. ConductTell trainingusers sessionswhat to informexpect usersduring aboutrefresh, yourwhich organization'supdates securityor protocols,prompts thethey importancemay of regular software updates, safe internet practices,see, and how to identify and report potentialsuspicious securityactivity threats.or FileWave'sfailed toolsinstalls. FileWave can assistdeploy in disseminating this information, making users active participants in maintaining device security. You can easily scriptscripted notifications viawith PowerShell on Windows or use tools likesuch as swiftDialog Deployment (macOS PKG) on macOS. 

• Use evena short annual security-training program if your organization does not already have one. Even a genericbasic annualrefresher securityis trainingbetter program.than Thereassuming areusers manyremember simpleevery and short video based training courses.policy.

Monitor Device Status

Regular monitoring of device status can help detect any security issues early on.

Use FileWave'sFileWave reporting and analyticsinventory toolsdata to performspot routine checks, track device performance, and detect any irregularitiesdevices that maymissed indicatepatches, failed a security threat.Fileset, Thisor proactive approach can prevent minor issuesdrifted from escalatingthe intoexpected majorconfiguration. securityCatching breaches.those devices early is easier than troubleshooting a larger issue after the rollout.

• Custom Fields can behelp verysurface powerfulsecurity instate, thisremediation regard.status, or other values that admins need to report on.

Respond

Plan tothe Securityresponse Incidents

before an incident

Despite your best efforts, security incidents can still occur. When they do, it's important to haveHave a response plan inbefore place.you need it. FileWave can assisthelp in identifyingidentify affected devices, isolatingtarget themremediation, and return devices to preventthe expected state, but the spreadteam ofstill securityneeds threats,a clear process for who acts, what gets isolated, and restoringhow themcommunication to a secure state. happens.

• HaveDocument proceduresthe infirst placesteps beforefor ancommon incident occursincidents so youthe knowteam whatdoes you'llnot planhave to do. Build out even a basic Playbook forinvent the thingsprocess youduring canthe think of that might happen.event.

Review security measures after the rollout

ReviewAfter refresh or re-enrollment work, review patch coverage, failed deployments, user-impact notes, and Improveany Securityincidents Measures

found

Securityduring is an ongoingthe process. PostUse (re)Enrollment, review your security practices and use the insights gained to improve them. FileWave's reporting tools can provide valuablethat data to assisttune inthe thisnext review,rollout helpinginstead youof continuallytreating enhancesecurity devicechecks security.

By takingas a comprehensiveone-time and proactive approach to security during the device refresh and (re)Enrollment process, you can provide a secure operational environment for your users and protect your organization's valuable data and resources.task.