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How to Maintain Data Security When Employees Work Remotely

We all know the perks of allowing employees to work remotely. From lower overhead (less snacks and drinks to provide) to increased productivity and job satisfaction, working from home is becoming more and more common in today’s business landscape. Unfortunately, with this system comes many data security risks to consider. With so many devices being used for work and various network connections to monitor, how can you allow your employees to work remotely and still maintain data security?

Cyber Security Budget Trends for Businesses in 2019

As 2019 approaches, it’s a great time to look ahead at your information security plan and see what is being prioritized in your budget. 2018 saw an increased interest in investing in external security audits and improved endpoint protection. Here are a few cyber security trends to adopt in 2019 that will keep your organization’s information as safe as possible.

How Mature Is Your Insider Threat Program

The Veriato Insider Threat Program Maturity Model report was created to help security professionals assess their ability to monitor, detect, and respond to insider threats. Join Insider Threat expert, Jim Henderson from Insider Threat Defense, Nick Cavalancia from Techvangelism and Cyber Security Expert, Patrick Knight as they discuss numerous results from the Insider Threat Maturity Report.

How to Create Incident Response Plan Steps for Data Breaches

An estimated 34 percent of companies have experienced data breaches in the last 12 months. With those odds, every organization should be prioritizing cyber security and cyber attack management. Take the time now to put together a data breach incident response plan utilizing these steps, so if your organization is affected, you’ll be able to respond as quickly and effectively as possible. Here are some key steps the plan you create should include.

Election Interference Attacks More than Voting Machines

When election interference is discussed, you probably think of “fake news” social media plots or hacked voting machines that manipulated outcomes. The truth is much more complicated. Election interference can come in many forms and have consequences that last long after an election cycle. Fortunately there are security measures elected officials, campaigns, and anyone with access to voter information can – and should – take to defend against election interference.

How to Protect Against a Ransomware Attack

In 2017, ransomware attacks increased by 90 percent, making it the most prevalent variety of malware. Every organization should be thinking about ransomware protection and detection – because proper security is always more prudent than the costs of a ransom or lost time and data. Ransomware is changing and evolving – and so are network security offerings. Here are a few things you need to know to protect your business against a ransomware attack.