Title: Ransomware, Phishing Attacks, Email and Internet Use Policy
Author: Kriko
Published: Aug 8, 2026
Last modified: Aug 13, 2026

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 4.  Ransomware, Phishing Attacks, Email and Internet Use Policy

# Company Policies

The principles that guide every team at Kriko. From how we hire and protect data
to how we uphold quality and sustainability.

## Ransomware, Phishing Attacks, Email and Internet Use Policy

## Purpose

This policy aims to reduce the risks arising from ransomware, phishing attacks and
other malicious activities. It also establishes the principles governing employees’
use of email and the internet in a manner that protects the Company’s interests,
systems and reputation.

## Email Use

Employees must send and receive business-related emails through the email accounts
designated by the Company. Personal email accounts must not be used for business
communications.

Emails identified as suspicious or marked as spam must be reviewed with caution 
and reported to the Company’s IT department or the relevant department manager where
necessary.

Files received by email must be checked carefully. Employees must not open or download
unknown or suspicious files.

Business emails must be written using appropriate, accurate and professional language
to ensure effective communication and protect the Company’s reputation.

## Ransomware and Phishing Attacks

Employees must remain aware of the risks associated with ransomware and phishing
attacks. The Company provides regular training and awareness activities to keep 
employees informed about emerging threats and appropriate security practices.

Suspicious emails must be assessed carefully and reported, particularly where they
request personal or financial information or contain links that the recipient is
asked to click.

Employees must comply with the security measures established by the Company and 
ensure that approved antivirus software and security patches are kept up to date
on their devices.

## Internet Use

Internet access must primarily be used for business-related activities. Personal
internet use may be limited in accordance with Company policies.

Employees must use the internet in compliance with applicable laws, regulations 
and Company policies. Engaging in illegal activities online or sharing content that
may damage the Company’s reputation is strictly prohibited.

Websites and downloaded files must be assessed carefully and obtained only from 
trusted sources. Suspicious, harmful or malicious content must be avoided.

## Responsibilities and Reporting Violations

Employees must immediately report ransomware incidents, phishing attempts and other
suspected security breaches to the Company’s IT department, information security
representative or relevant department manager.

The Company will respond to reported security incidents promptly and effectively
and will implement the necessary containment, corrective and preventive measures.

##  Communication Policies

 *  [Internal Communication and Collaboration Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/communication-policies/internal-communication-and-collaboration-policy)
 *  [Internal Communication Channels and Meeting Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/communication-policies/internal-communication-channels-and-meeting-policy)
 *  [Social Media Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/communication-policies/social-media-policy)

##  Crisis and Incident Management Policies

 *  [Crisis Communication and Reputation Management Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/crisis-and-incident-management-policies/crisis-communication-and-reputation-management-policy)
 *  [Emergency Planning and Response Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/crisis-and-incident-management-policies/emergency-planning-and-response-policy)

##  Disciplinary Policies

 *  [Disciplinary Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/disciplinary-policies/disciplinary-policy)

##  Human Resources Policies

 *  [Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/human-resources-policies/recruitment-policy)
 *  [Employee Training and Development Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/human-resources-policies/termination-policy)
 *  [Anti-Discrimination and Diversity Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/human-resources-policies/anti-discrimination-and-diversity-policy)
 *  [Occupational Health and Safety Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/human-resources-policies/remote-hybrid-work)
 *  [Recruitment and Termination Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/human-resources-policies/recruitment-and-termination-policy)
 *  [Working Hours, Leave and Absence Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/human-resources-policies/working-hours-leave-and-absence-policy)

##  Business Ethics and Compliance Policies

 *  [Password Creation and Use Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/business-ethics-and-compliance-policies/data-protection-policy)
 *  [Transparency and Reporting Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/business-ethics-and-compliance-policies/acceptable-use-policy)
 *  [Conflict of Interest and Anti-Bribery Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/business-ethics-and-compliance-policies/conflict-of-interest-and-anti-bribery-policy)
 *  [Data Privacy and Security Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/business-ethics-and-compliance-policies/data-privacy-and-security-policy)
 *  [Ethical Conduct and Integrity Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/business-ethics-and-compliance-policies/ethical-conduct-and-integrity-policy)
 *  [Legal and Regulatory Compliance Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/business-ethics-and-compliance-policies/incident-response)

##  Customer Relations Policies

 *  [Customer Data Privacy and Security Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/quality-compliance/quality-management)
 *  [Complaint Management and Feedback Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/quality-compliance/anti-bribery-corruption)
 *  [Customer Satisfaction Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/quality-compliance/code-of-conduct)

##  Information Technology and Data Management Policies

 *  [Ransomware, Phishing Attacks, Email and Internet Use Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/information-technology-and-data-management-policies/environmental-policy)
 *  [Vulnerability Disclosure Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/information-technology-and-data-management-policies/vulnerability-disclosure-policy)
 *  [Software Licensing and Usage Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/information-technology-and-data-management-policies/social-responsibility)
 *  [Data Backup and Recovery Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/information-technology-and-data-management-policies/supplier-code-of-conduct)
 *  [Data Security and Protection Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/information-technology-and-data-management-policies/data-security-and-protection-policy)
 *  [Information Technology Use and Access Policy](https://kriko.io/company-policies/information-technology-and-data-management-policies/information-technology-use-and-access-policy)

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