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Ransomware is on the rise, and no industry is safe

OffsiteDataSync

According to Nuspire’s Josh Smith “Really no industry is safe…”, because the hackers will attack anyone they deem vulnerable. Just recently we covered the rise of ransomware attacks against the education sector.

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The hidden costs of shadow IT: How unsanctioned tech impacts your budget

Online Computers

But it can have a significant impact on your business’s bottom line in the following ways: Security risks Unsanctioned software and hardware may not meet the necessary security measures and standards of your organization, leading to vulnerabilities. Educate employees. Here’s how: Engage employees. Offer flexible solutions.

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Data Privacy Week 2024: The Definitive Roundup of Expert Quotes

Solutions Review

This is likely to impact industries where transparency matters, such as healthcare, financial services, and insurance. Visibility into AI tools is critical, and enterprises should have solutions in place that monitor how they’re being both trained and used while educating employees on best practices for safe and ethical use.

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Best Practices Series: A Six-Step Business Compliance Checklist

Solutions Review

Safeguards from viruses, malware and ransomware. In this case, visibility is key to prevention, so consider using a vulnerability assessment tool that can help you understand exposure, identify vulnerabilities and prioritize action. In 2021, businesses in the U.S. Media Usage & Removal Policy.

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Strategies for Digital Risk Protection

Reciprocity

Digital risk protection (DRP) refers to cybersecurity measures that aim to prevent data breaches, malware, identity theft, and other forms of cyber crime. Vulnerabilities. Which areas in your systems and networks expose you to attack or malware? What is Digital Risk Protection?

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Risk Assessment vs Risk Analysis

Reciprocity

A ransomware attack, in which malicious actors use malware to lock you out of your systems and demand payment to restore your access, would fall under this category. So would a zero-day attack, in which hackers exploit a previously unknown vulnerability. ” High Priority. Medium Priority.

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Data Privacy Awareness Month 2024: Roundup of Expert Quotes

Solutions Review

This is likely to impact industries where transparency matters, such as healthcare, financial services, and insurance. Visibility into AI tools is critical, and enterprises should have solutions in place that monitor how they’re being both trained and used while educating employees on best practices for safe and ethical use.