Spending millions on security technology can certainly make an executive feel safe. But the major sources of cyber threats aren’t technological. They’re found in the human brain, in the form of curiosity, ignorance, apathy, and hubris. These human forms of malware can be present in any organization and are every bit as dangerous as threats…
All software contains bugs. Some software bugs result in vulnerabilities, weaknesses that could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to or compromise the integrity of your data. Software developers release updates to their software in order to fix bugs, and in turn, fix vulnerabilities. Installing software updates in a timely manner is the most important…
StaySafeOnline.org, powered by the National Cyber Security Alliance has published “Privacy Is Good For Business.” It contains a list of actions you should take to “create a culture of respecting privacy, safeguarding data and enabling trust in your organization.” It includes tips like, “Educate your employees about their role in privacy, security and respecting and protecting…
David McCandless, and his talented team at InformationIsBeautiful.net have created an interactive, and up-to-date, visual representing the largest data breaches. It contains links to the original articles. The problem I have with going to this site is I get drawn into the ingenious graphics and visuals of data and can’t leave. His Mission Statement Reads Myself and the small…
There are a few security tips you can employ to prevent becoming a victim at tax time, so say the National Cybersecurity Alliance and the Identity Theft Resource Center. Tax time is prime time for criminals to prey on unsuspecting victims just trying to do their taxes. Some things to watch for: Phishing and Malware…