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How to Prevent Hacking: A Practical Security Checklist

A no-fluff checklist of security controls that actually reduce risk.

Why hacks happen

  • Weak passwords
  • No MFA
  • Phishing
  • Outdated software

The checklist

  1. Patch regularly
  2. Use MFA everywhere
  3. Backup systems
  4. Monitor logs
  5. Train users

Bottom line

Basics done consistently stop most attacks.