Data is the lifeblood of San Diego businesses, and your Synology NAS is where you likely store a lot of it. But without the proper security, your NAS (Network-attached storage) could be a hacker’s entry point. As the owner of Nerd Available, a San Diego I.T. company, I know the devastation a data breach can cause. I’m sharing this guide to help you protect your business.

Step-by-Step Security

Account Management:
Ditch the default ‘admin’ account (hackers love it!)
Create new admin accounts with strong, unique passwords.

Fight Hackers Trying to Guess Your Passwords:
Go into your Synology’s control panel and enable “Auto Block” to stop brute-force password attacks.

SSH: Handle with Care
SSH gives you remote access but opens a security hole. Enable it only when needed, then turn it off.

Updates = Protection:
Tell your Synology to install security updates automatically.

Firewall: Your Digital Gatekeeper
Use the Synology firewall to set specific rules for each service – it’s like hiring a virtual bouncer.

Snapshots: Your First Line of Defense
Install “Snapshot Replication” on your NAS.
Schedule regular snapshots to roll back if files get deleted or infected.

Backups Are Your Safety Net
Use Synology’s “Hyper Backup” to create offsite copies of your most important data. Store these securely!

Bonus Security Tips

Two-Factor Authentication: Adds an extra layer of Protection to your accounts.
Regular Reviews: Check your Synology settings and logs often.
Success Story: We helped a client recover quickly from a ransomware attack because they diligently followed their backup plan. Don’t let that be you!

Secure Your Synology NAS!
Don’t gamble with your business data. These steps offer strong Protection. Need help or a deeper security analysis? Nerd Available is your San Diego IT partner!