• Disable root login (Linux) or RDP (Windows) from unknown IPs.

  • Enable SSH key authentication.

  • Keep OS and apps updated.

  • Use Fail2Ban (Linux) or account lockout policies (Windows).

  • Run regular malware scans.

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