Here are steps and best practices to help you secure your Snowsight account:
- Use Strong Passwords:
- Create a strong, unique password for your Snowsight account. Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Avoid easily guessable passwords.
- Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA):
- Whenever possible, enable MFA for your Snowsight account. MFA adds an extra layer of security by requiring you to provide a second authentication factor, such as a mobile app or a text message code.
- Regularly Update Passwords:
- Change your password periodically to reduce the risk of unauthorized access. Use a different password for Snowsight than you use for other services.
- Secure Your Email Account:
- Ensure that your email account, which is often linked to your Snowsight account for password recovery, is also secure. Use strong, unique passwords and enable MFA for your email.
- Limit Access Permissions:
- Grant the least privilege necessary to users in your organization. Ensure that users have only the permissions they need to perform their tasks.
- Implement Row-Level Security:
- Utilize Snowflake's built-in security features, such as row-level security, to control access to specific data rows based on user attributes.
- Review and Audit Access:
- Regularly review user access and permissions to identify and revoke access for inactive or unauthorized users.
- Encrypt Data in Transit and at Rest:
- Ensure that data is encrypted both in transit and at rest. Snowflake provides encryption options to protect your data.
- Secure Data Sharing:
- If you are sharing data with external parties or other Snowflake accounts, use secure sharing methods, like encrypted data sharing or secure views, to control access.
- Audit Trail and Logging:
- Enable audit logging to track user and query activity in Snowflake. Review these logs for any suspicious or unauthorized activities.
- Be Cautious with Shared Links:
- When sharing data or reports, use secure sharing methods rather than public links. Be cautious with publicly accessible URLs that could lead to data exposure.
- Stay Informed and Educated:
- Keep up to date with security best practices and be aware of the latest security threats and vulnerabilities. Regularly educate yourself and your team on security awareness.
- Use Secure Networks:
- When accessing Snowsight, do so from secure and trusted networks. Avoid using public Wi-Fi or unsecured connections.
- Regularly Update and Patch:
- Ensure that your system and browsers are up to date with the latest security patches and updates.
- Phishing Awareness:
- Be cautious of phishing attempts. Do not click on suspicious links or provide sensitive information in response to unsolicited emails or messages.
- Password Managers:
- Consider using a reputable password manager to generate, store, and manage complex passwords for your accounts.
- Incident Response Plan:
- Develop an incident response plan that outlines the steps to take in case of a security breach. Be prepared to act swiftly if a security incident occurs.
Daniel Steinhold Changed status to publish October 27, 2023