Data Protection - Security Intelligence

How Application Allowlisting Combats Ransomware Attacks

5 min read - Ransomware attacks are on the rise in both volume and sophistication. Triple extortion (a ransomware attack on one business leading to extortion threats on its business partners) is raising the cost of attacks. Ransomware-as-a-Service puts the means to attack in…

June 20, 2023

As Data Gravity Goes Up, are Clouds Becoming Black Holes?

4 min read - The more data in one place, the more data it attracts. This “data gravity” is a familiar function for enterprises, even if the term isn’t. As the number of applications hosted on local servers increases, so too does the amount…

June 16, 2023

How Do Some Companies Get Compromised Again and Again?

3 min read - Hack me once, shame on thee. Hack me twice, shame on me. The popular email marketing company, MailChimp, suffered a data breach last year after cyberattackers exploited an internal company tool to gain access to customer accounts. The criminals were…

June 12, 2023

Why Data Security is the Unsung Hero Driving Business Performance

3 min read - In the digital economy, data is like oxygen — giving life to innovation. And just as important, data security establishes the trust needed for that data to deliver value. In fact, organizations with the most advanced security capabilities delivered 43%…

June 8, 2023

Beyond Requirements: Tapping the Business Potential of Data Governance and Security

3 min read - Doom and gloom. Fear, uncertainty and doubt. The “stick” versus the “carrot”. What do these concepts have in common? They have often provided the primary motivation for organizations’ data governance and security strategies. For the enterprise, this mindset has perpetuated…

Heads Up CEO! Cyber Risk Influences Company Credit Ratings

4 min read - More than ever, cybersecurity strategy is a core part of business strategy. For example, a company’s cyber risk can directly impact its credit rating. Credit rating agencies continuously strive to gain a better understanding of the risks that companies face. Today, those agencies increasingly incorporate cybersecurity into their credit assessments. This allows agencies to evaluate a company’s capacity to repay borrowed funds by factoring in the risk of cyberattacks. Getting Hacked Impacts Credit Scoring As per the Wall Street Journal…

IBM Security Guardium Ranked as a Leader in the Data Security Platforms Market

3 min read - KuppingerCole named IBM Security Guardium as an overall leader in their Leadership Compass on Data Security Platforms. IBM was ranked as a leader in all three major categories: Product, Innovation, and Market. With this in mind, let’s examine how KuppingerCole measures today’s solutions and why it’s important for you to have a data security platform that you trust. The Transformation of the Data Security Industry As digital transformation continues to expand, the impact it has had on enterprises is very apparent when…

SaaS vs. On-Prem Data Security: Which is Right for You?

2 min read - As businesses increasingly rely on digital data storage and communication, the need for effective data security solutions has become apparent. These solutions can help prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data, detect and respond to security threats and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards. However, not all data security solutions are created equal. Are you choosing the right solution for your organization? That answer depends on various factors, such as your industry, size and specific security needs. SaaS vs. On-Premises…

Understanding the Backdoor Debate in Cybersecurity

3 min read - The debate over whether backdoor encryption should be implemented to aid law enforcement has been contentious for years. On one side of the fence, the proponents of backdoors argue that they could provide valuable intelligence and help law enforcement investigate criminals or prevent terrorist attacks. On the other side, opponents contend they would weaken overall security and create opportunities for malicious actors to exploit. So which side of the argument is correct? As with most debates, the answer isn't so…

Understanding the Backdoor Debate in Cybersecurity

How the ZeuS Trojan Info Stealer Changed Cybersecurity

4 min read - Information stealer malware is a type of malicious software designed to collect sensitive information from a victim’s computer. Also known as info stealers, data stealers or data-stealing malware, this software is true to its name: after infecting a computer or…

Leveraging SaaS Data Security and Compliance Tools

2 min read - Data breaches are a risk that every business has to prepare for. To mitigate potential risks like the loss of sensitive information, financial impact and reputational damage, organizations need to take a proactive approach to protect their data and comply…

Triple Extortion and Erased Data are the New Ransomware Norm

4 min read - The old days of “honest” ransomware gangs are long gone. In the past, ransomware groups pressured each other to honor file decryption promises after the ransom was paid. However, their motives were far from altruistic. They thought victims would be…

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Topics

How Application Allowlisting Combats Ransomware Attacks

As Data Gravity Goes Up, are Clouds Becoming Black Holes?

How Do Some Companies Get Compromised Again and Again?

Why Data Security is the Unsung Hero Driving Business Performance

Beyond Requirements: Tapping the Business Potential of Data Governance and Security

Heads Up CEO! Cyber Risk Influences Company Credit Ratings

IBM Security Guardium Ranked as a Leader in the Data Security Platforms Market

SaaS vs. On-Prem Data Security: Which is Right for You?

Understanding the Backdoor Debate in Cybersecurity

Understanding the Backdoor Debate in Cybersecurity

How the ZeuS Trojan Info Stealer Changed Cybersecurity

Leveraging SaaS Data Security and Compliance Tools

Triple Extortion and Erased Data are the New Ransomware Norm

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