KnowBe4

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The latest data from IBM shows that the average cost of a data breach has gone up by 2% to a whopping $4.45 You would think that in the cybersecurity industry, people would be all about safety and security, right? I mean, it's literally in the name.

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Data breaches Cybersecurity Risk Security 110

KnowBe4

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Insights from IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report on the Pharmaceutical Industry shows that while the overall cost has improved, there are clear areas of risk that need to be addressed.

Data breaches 108

Data breaches Healthcare Risk Security awareness 108

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

million settlement in a multi-state investigation of the data breach that the company suffered in 2014. million settlement over the 2014 data breach. In 2014, Home Depot revealed that the data breach impacted 56 million customers across the US and Canada. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Data breach).

Retail 121

Retail Data breaches Information Security Security awareness 121

AIIM

DECEMBER 19, 2018

The amount of data stored on electronic systems today is exploding and growing at an exponential rate. Data breaches, privacy concerns, and growing e-discovery costs continue to evolve how organizations approach controlling their business data while balancing worker productivity.

Security awareness 90

Security awareness e-Discovery Security Records Management 90

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Employee security awareness is the most important defense against data breaches. Related: Leveraging security standards to protect your company. It involves regularly changing passwords and inventorying sensitive data. There are several ways you can protect your business from data breaches.

Cybersecurity 214

Cybersecurity Security awareness Passwords Data breaches 214

Data Breach Today

JUNE 13, 2019

Make Technology Your Last Line of Defense, Says Tony Pepper of Egress Carelessness, a lack of security awareness, unclear data ownership and poor toolsets are root causes of insider breaches, says Tony Pepper, CEO of Egress, which recently surveyed CISOs and employees to trace the cause of insider breaches resulting from both intentional and unintentional (..)

Data breaches 133

Data breaches Security awareness Security 133

IT Governance

JANUARY 29, 2019

Singapore’s IHiS (Integrated Health Information Systems) has sacked two managers and fined five senior staff , including CEO Bruce Liang, for their part in last year’s SingHealth data breach. It almost always takes time to spot a breach, but the target should be no more than 100 days. The incident affected 1.5 million (about £4.5

Data breaches 97

Data breaches Security awareness Passwords Risk 97

IT Governance

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Cyber attacks and data breaches are on the rise, and it’s easy to believe they’re all caused by criminal hackers out for financial gain. Last quarter, it was found that four of the five leading causes of data breaches are because of human or process error. Data is often taken by insiders looking to profit from it.

Security awareness 79

Security awareness Security Passwords Data breaches 79

IT Governance

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Organisations are facing a war on data breaches, so it’s imperative that ‘know your enemy’ becomes part of their battle tactics. Data breaches come in various forms and sizes – not all incidents are caused by sophisticated cyber attacks. Are you prepared for a data breach? Employee negligence/error.

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Data breaches Ransomware Security awareness Insurance 106

IT Governance

JANUARY 1, 2019

There are few things organisations fear more than data breaches. The stakes were raised with the enforcement of the EU GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) in May 2018. It demands adequate security measures and has been widely publicised, as it has the potential to levy large fines against non-compliant organisations.

Data breaches 109

Data breaches GDPR Information Security Risk 109

IT Governance

OCTOBER 8, 2018

There are few things organisations fear more than data breaches. The stakes were raised with the introduction of the EU GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) in May 2018. An effective cyber incident response programme helps organisations prepare for and respond to data breaches. Penetration testing.

Data breaches 109

Data breaches GDPR Information Security Risk 109

IT Governance

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

With stories of data breaches appearing daily, many organisations will be wondering when their time will come. The situation might seem hopeless, with cyber criminals outnumbering overworked and underfunded information security personnel, but there are plenty of ways you can improve your defences, even on a tight budget.

Data breaches 71

Data breaches GDPR Security awareness Paper 71

IT Governance

MAY 3, 2018

The UK is getting significantly better at preventing data breaches and mitigating the damage caused by them, a new report has found. Gemalto’s 2017 Breach Level Index Report observed a 40% decrease in the number of breached records among organisations in the UK compared to 2016. Accidental breaches.

Data breaches 71

Data breaches Security awareness Data Privacy GDPR 71

KnowBe4

MAY 21, 2019

Verizon Enterprises’ 2019 Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) can seem imposing to get through. The report is a treasure-trove of data just begging InfoSec professionals of all types to pore over and analyze with the hope of applying this knowledge to their own efforts. The lesson for security awareness managers?

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Security awareness Phishing Security Data breaches 40

Hunton Privacy

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

million and implement a series of data security practices in response to a data breach the company experienced in 2014. We previously reported on a settlement Home Depot reached in 2017 to resolve a putative class action brought by financial institutions impacted by the 2014 data breach.

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Data breaches Information Security Security awareness Sales 64

IT Governance

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

The University of East Anglia (UEA) has suffered a data breach after an email containing sensitive medical information about a staff member was sent to about 300 students. This is the second breach in five months for UEA, both of which were reported to have been caused by human error. Find out more >>

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Data breaches Security awareness Education Compliance 58

IT Governance

JANUARY 30, 2018

Although data breaches as a result of cyber attacks get all the press, it is often negligence or a lack of basic processes, policies and procedures that result in data breaches. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) compiles quarterly statistics about the main causes of reported data security incidents.

Data breaches 69

Data breaches Security awareness Education Security 69

KnowBe4

MAY 3, 2024

The long-awaited annual Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report is out, and it’s made very clear that users continue to be a problem in phishing attacks.

Phishing 87

Phishing Data breaches Security awareness Security 87

KnowBe4

DECEMBER 8, 2023

But new data shows there may be a lesson to be learned to minimize losses. Even when looking at the various kinds of risks to business, cyber attacks still remain the biggest problem.

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Risk Data breaches Security awareness Security 92

The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Well thought-out protocols related to access control, breach management, and device usage. Training and security awareness initiatives that get people interested in and passionate about cybersecurity. A knowledge-base that’s understandable and accessible to all staff. Amidst all this, make sure you also focus on the basics.

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Data breaches Cybersecurity Security awareness Paper 127

KnowBe4

MARCH 21, 2024

In an age when 70% - 90% of successful data breaches involve social engineering (which gets past all other defenses), sufficient training is needed to best reduce human-side cybersecurity risk. Everyone should be trained in how to recognize social engineering attempts, how to mitigate (i.e., delete, ignore, etc.)

Cybersecurity 102

Cybersecurity Data breaches Risk Security awareness 102

KnowBe4

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Analysis of the year’s breaches shows Finance and Insurance businesses are the most targeted and have lost a material count of records as a result.

Insurance 89

Insurance Data breaches Security awareness Security 89

IT Governance

MARCH 30, 2021

Two in five businesses reported a cyber attack or data breach in the past 12 months, according to the UK government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2021. The study suggests that the threat has increased as a result of COVID-19, with security teams finding it harder to implement and manage defence mechanisms.

Data breaches 120

Data breaches Phishing Security awareness GDPR 120

IBM Big Data Hub

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

million in data breach costs compared to organizations without an IR team or IR plan testing. Cybersecurity awareness and training Many companies struggle to understand their cyber risk. To help prepare, many organizations are testing their incident response (IR) plans and teams with cyber range simulations.

Cybersecurity 93

Cybersecurity Data breaches Education Security awareness 93

The Last Watchdog

MAY 24, 2023

First and foremost, cyberattacks can lead to data breaches in which sensitive information is stolen. Related: Tapping hidden pools of security talent Sometimes hackers can encrypt your systems, holding them hostage and asking you to pay money to regain access to them. Hackers can hurt your business or organization in many ways.

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Cybersecurity Security awareness Access Data breaches 202

KnowBe4

OCTOBER 13, 2023

It is better to be proactive and prevent potential data breaches. But in general, security awareness training (SAT) programs should strive to win “hearts and minds” and proponents versus opponents. It is the best type of security awareness education, far more effective than regular training content alone.

Phishing 104

Phishing Security awareness Education Cybersecurity 104

IT Governance

JANUARY 25, 2018

Discover how our e-learning courses can help your staff >> Alternatively, consider our Security Awareness Programme , which creates a total culture change and tackles employee behaviour to generate tangible and lasting organisation-wide security awareness. Find out more >>

Data breaches 58

Data breaches Security awareness GDPR Compliance 58

Hunton Privacy

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Bruck announced that its Division of Consumer Affairs had reached a $425,000 settlement with New Jersey-based providers of cancer care, Regional Cancer Care Associates LLC, RCCA MSO LLC and RCCA MD LLC (collectively, “RCCA”), over alleged failures to adequately safeguard patient data.

Data breaches 101

Data breaches Privacy Security awareness Risk 101

OpenText Information Management

MAY 6, 2024

Challenges for organizations in adopting AI While enterprises like to move to adopt AI faster to drive growth, automation, and security, there are a few concerns that CISOs and their enterprises are struggling with. Strategizing Integrating AI risk management into the overarching security strategy is of paramount importance.

Artificial Intelligence 57

Artificial Intelligence Security awareness Security Risk 57

Hunton Privacy

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

that resolves the states’ investigation into a 2019 data breach that compromised approximately 34 million payment cards used by consumers at Wawa stores and fueling locations. . The data breach affected approximately 850 Wawa locations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C.

Data breaches 58

Data breaches Information Security Compliance Security awareness 58

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

In response to continuing waves of data breaches and network disruptions, companies have made a concerted effort and poured substantial resources into promoting data security awareness among employees, suppliers and clients. Safeguarding data in workplace settings gets plenty of attention.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 29, 2024

This includes scanning data in transit between devices or networks, as well as data at rest stored on servers, endpoints, or in the cloud, to ensure comprehensive coverage for detecting and preventing potential data breaches or illegal access.

Data breaches 70

Data breaches Compliance Risk Access 70

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

It maximizes resource usage by investing in products that target specific security needs, hence improving your organization’s overall cybersecurity posture. Use cybersecurity training tools , seminars, online courses, and simulations to successfully engage staff and reinforce fundamental network security principles.

Encryption 134

Encryption Risk Data breaches Access 134

KnowBe4

APRIL 11, 2023

The human factor is involved in 82% of data breaches, according to the 2022 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report.

Data breaches 66

Data breaches Phishing Risk Security 66

IBM Big Data Hub

AUGUST 9, 2023

They also help security teams pinpoint vulnerabilites, improve overall incident response and reduce the risk of data breaches and financial losses from successful phishing attempts. Phishing tests are usually part of broader security awareness training led by IT departments or security teams.

Phishing 82

Phishing Security awareness Cybersecurity Analytics 82

IT Governance

JANUARY 31, 2019

Information security professionals invariably spend most of their time and resources developing measures to prevent crooks breaking into their systems, but did you know that the majority of data breaches are caused by an employee misplacing, stealing or being tricked into handing over sensitive information ? Campaign launch.

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Security awareness Information Security Data breaches GDPR 94

IT Governance

OCTOBER 23, 2018

There is no escaping the threat of data breaches. Organisations are being warned about data breaches in the media, regulators are demanding improved information security and the public is getting more vocal when organisations make mistakes. Many data breaches are the result of simple mistakes.

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