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SB061 Regularly backs up data
Data is valuable and should be backed up regularly. Lost or corrupted data can be restored from backups. Data should be backed up using multiple, independent means (such as cloud storage and removable media). So if one fails, others are unaffected.
Why is it important?
Data can be lost, locked, or become corrupted. Restoring backed up data is an essential part of a disaster recovery plan.
Without back ups, data may be lost forever causing financial and reputational harm. Time and other resources may have to be committed to replace lost data.
Priority Tier
Behaviours in SebDB are ranked by their impact on risk. Tier 1 behaviours have the biggest impact, Tier 4 behaviours the least.
Risk Mitigated
Personal Exposure
Personal exposure is the extent to how much someones personal information is available online.
Further reading
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/small-business-guide/backing-your-data
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/top-tips-for-staying-secure-online/always-back-up-your-most-important-data
http://faculty.washington.edu/marcjd/pubs/risk-tolerance.pdf