Most companies think they’re “secure”… until a breach proves otherwise. Here’s a 1-minute checklist every IT leader — and every business owner — should run right now.
1. Open Ports
Do you know which ports in your network are accessible from the internet?
Easy: run a basic online scan.
Hard: track new exposures automatically.
2. Outdated Software
Do you have an up-to-date inventory of all public-facing services?
Easy: manually check a few key systems.
Hard: detect every outdated component on your perimeter.
3. Shadow Domains
Are you aware of every domain pointing to your infrastructure?
Easy: check your main domains in WHOIS/DNS.
Hard: uncover forgotten subdomains and test systems.
4. Weak Passwords
Are you sure no account still uses “123456”?
Easy: enforce a password change policy.
Hard: test accounts for weak passwords from the outside.
5. SSL & Encryption
Do all your sites use valid certificates and modern protocols?
Easy: look for the padlock in your browser.
Hard: find outdated or vulnerable encryption setups across all assets.
6. Leaked Credentials
Do you know if employee logins have appeared on the dark web?
Easy: check a public breach database.
Hard: monitor leaks in real time.
7. Misconfigurations
Are all your services set up according to security best practices?
Easy: compare settings to basic guides.
Hard: run a full automated configuration audit.
If you answered “Not sure” to even 2 of these… you’re at risk.
In cybersecurity, small gaps become big problems.
Even one forgotten port or subdomain can bring your business down.
A check is always cheaper than a breach.
