Strengthen Your Cybersecurity with the Essential 8
Cyber threats can disrupt business operations, compromise sensitive data, and cause financial losses. The Essential 8 is a cybersecurity framework developed by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) to help businesses protect their systems from cyberattacks.
At Melbits, we guide businesses in implementing the Essential 8 strategies to reduce security risks, safeguard critical data, and ensure compliance with industry standards. From application control to multi-factor authentication, our experts help you build a strong security foundation tailored to your needs.
Discover how the Essential 8 can enhance your business’s cybersecurity resilience and keep your IT environment protected.
The Essential Eight cybersecurity controls
The following controls work together to provide a comprehensive security baseline. They are considered essential because they effectively prevent most common cyber attacks and provide a strong foundation for organizational cybersecurity.
Each of these controls should be implemented based on an organization’s risk profile and regularly reviewed and updated to maintain effectiveness against evolving threats.
Application Control
- Prevents execution of unauthorized software
- Only allows approved applications to run
- Controls which programs users can install and run
- Helps prevent malware and unapproved applications
- Implementation of whitelisting and blacklisting strategies
Patch Applications
- Regular updating of all software and applications
- Timely installation of security patches
- Automated patch management systems
- Priority on critical security updates
- Regular vulnerability scanning and remediation
Configure Microsoft Office Macro Settings
- Disable macros from untrusted sources
- Block macros in documents from the internet
- Only allow digitally signed macros
- Implementation of macro security policies
- User education about macro risks
User Application Hardening
- Configure web browsers securely
- Disable or remove unnecessary features
- Block Flash, ads, and Java on the internet
- Remove unnecessary browser plugins/extensions
- Implement application sandboxing
Restrict Administrative Privileges
- Limit admin access to only necessary users
- Regular review of admin privileges
- Separate admin and standard user accounts
- Just-in-time administrative access
- Detailed logging of admin activities
SQL Injection
- Regular OS updates and security patches
- Automated update management
- Testing patches before deployment
- End-of-life system replacement
- Patch compliance monitoring
Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)
- Implementation across all systems
- Multiple verification methods
- Risk-based authentication
- Hardware security keys
- Biometric authentication options
Daily Backups
- Regular automated backups
- Off-site backup storage
- Encryption of backup data
- Regular backup testing and verification
- Disaster recovery planning
- Multiple backup copies
- Retention policy implementation
How Partnering with Melbits Benefits You
Tailored IT Solutions
Every business has unique security needs, and we customize our cybersecurity solutions to provide robust protection that aligns with your goals.
Trusted Expertise
15+ years of diverse tech experience ensures comprehensive industry knowledge and specialized proficiency in IT Services, Cloud, and Communications.
Proactive & Reliable
We’re your proactive technology partner, delivering solutions with precision and agility. We anticipates challenges and responds with expert, timely support.
Consistent Delivery
Based in Melbourne, we provide hands-on support backed by global outlook on cybersecurity trends. Count on us for responsive and reliable support.
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