Information security is something that is a necessity for organizations of all sizes. From the small startups to the large, international conglomerates, information security is an area that should not be discounted or overlooked. With threats lurking around every corner, small organizations must be ready with strong information security to both remain competitive and survive against threats of all complexities.
Category: Cybersecurity Solutions
Discover comprehensive cybersecurity solutions including threat detection, vulnerability management, AI-driven defense, and strategic implementation guides to fortify your organization’s defenses.
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5 Fool-Proof Tips for Avoiding Data Breaches
Security breaches continue to increase every year. In 2005 alone, roughly 157 data breaches were reported in the United States, with 66.9 million records exposed. That number more than quadrupled in 2014, with 783 reported data breaches and at least 85.61 million total records exposed.
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Advantages of BYOD in the Workplace
The workplace is changing and so are the tools employees use to enter data, perform research, and other tasks normally done on a company-issued computer. Smartphones, tablets, and other personal devices are becoming more common.
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Best Practices for Protecting PII
Personally Identifiable Information, or PII, floats around on the Internet and even within your home. The public, and sometimes companies, provide this information freely without fully considering the consequences or without first determining that adequate protection measures are in place. Businesses and consumers alike need to understand the risks and recommended safeguards before releasing or storing private information. Is your private information safe? Discover our best practices for protecting PII with this complete guide.
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Cloud Encryption: Top Tips & Best Practices
Organizations in all sectors are more cognizant than ever of the importance of consumer data. Many companies are also realizing that they must meet new cybersecurity-related laws and regulations, as well, such as GDPR and the California Consumer Privacy Act. Many organizations are actively investing in cloud technology for cybersecurity purposes. However, the truth is that they should also be considering cloud encryption.
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Email Security Protocols For Large Businesses
Coming with the numerous advancements in the cyber world is a high level of porosity that bedevils the security of the billions of internet users that exist today. The 2019 Official Annual Cybercrime Report (ACR) predicts that businesses will fall for ransomware attacks every 14 seconds.
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10 Of the Largest Data Breaches in 2019
According to a RiskBasedSecurity report, 2019 saw approximately 7.9 to 8.5 billion records compromised. To put that in perspective, the world population is currently 7.5 billion. Despite the numerous small breaches throughout 2019, the majority of these records were compromised by a few large breaches and subsequent chain reaction minor breaches.
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The Importance Of Network Security In Large Businesses
Businesses are afraid of what’s out there on the Internet. And rightfully so. Hackers lurk around every network just waiting for the right opportunity to get in. And according to IBM Security’s Cost of A Data Breach 2019 report, the average cost of an incident was $5.11 million globally for companies with over 25,000 employees. The average cost was more than one and a half times as much for U.S. companies overall.
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Cloud Security for Fintech Companies
Financial technology (fintech) companies have gone from novelty to necessity in just a matter of years. Digital banking products, services, and usage exploded over the past decade, making customer’s lives easier and more convenient. But none of this happens without one key part of the fintech backbone: Cloud Technology.
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How to Prevent a Data Breach At a Cannabis Dispensary
Recent numbers indicate that the global legal marijuana market is expected to reach $146.4 billion by the end of 2025. A survey by Grand View Research further added that medical marijuana will likely dominate the market a few years from now with a projected value of $66.3 billion.