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Looking to 2024: Data, AI and security will be top priorities for businesses

The technology landscape has evolved significantly over the last year with the introduction of technologies such as ChatGPT and other generative AI tools taking the market by storm, while raising concerns about data security and more. As we move forward into 2024, we anticipate that the impact these new technologies have made this year means they will continue to pave the way forward, with AI remaining a hot topic in the industry, while data security concerns rise around it.

7 Effective Security Measures to Combat Cyberterrorism

Cyberterrorism exists, but it is a concept that is difficult to pigeonhole. The story is similar to “physical terrorism,” where there are always shades of gray to consider – Was something an act of terrorism, or was it just an act of gratuitous malevolence? Many acts of terrorism are definable, and the same applies to cyberterrorism. However, the blurring of the lines is even more apparent with cyberterrorism.

CISO Advisory Board Response to The State of Data Security: Securing an Uncertain Future

Rubrik Zero Labs’ recent study accentuated several hard truths we think are important and warrant a response from Rubrik’s CISO Advisory Board. First, let’s confirm what many of us have already discussed: It’s not fun to be a CISO right now. There’s an overwhelming amount of expectation—from the board to business unit owners—to figure out how to grow and use data, but also keep it secure, and figure out what happens when it’s not.

Discover, triage, and remediate sensitive data issues at scale with Sensitive Data Scanner

Managing sensitive information in your telemetry data poses many challenges to governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) teams and overall security. Organizations in healthcare, finance, insurance, and other fields must carefully adhere to strict compliance requirements. But sensitive data comes in many forms and moves between many endpoints, and as a result, it can easily become exposed in telemetry data.

Security Fortified: Safeguarding Data with PostgreSQL Support Services

Data security is becoming a crucial concern for organizations of all types and sizes. With the increasing prevalence of cybercrime and data breaches, even small companies are finding it necessary to invest in PostgreSQL support services that can help them safeguard sensitive data while complying with industry regulations.

Permissions Auditing in Microsoft 365 and SharePoint

Regularly reviewing user permissions is important to reduce the risk of data overexposure and breaches. Overpermissioned users pose a significant security risk. Restricting access to only necessary information for individuals to perform their jobs can significantly reduce risk. By conducting regular permissions audits in Microsoft 365 and SharePoint, organizations can ensure that sensitive information access remains appropriate, safe and secure.

Your WordPress Data Exposure Risks

43% of all websites are built in WordPress (W3Techs). Custom WordPress sites rely on plugins, themes, and other components determined by the website administrators. Because these extensible components are often created by third-parties, each custom addition is a potential attack vector that needs to be monitored and updated to maintain a secure website. Website security is a critical aspect of your cybersecurity posture.

Securely disposing of old electronics and data: A forensic guide to protecting your information

In our rapidly evolving digital landscape, the accumulation of old electronic devices is a common occurrence. Laptops, smartphones, external hard drives, and USB flash drives quickly become outdated and obsolete, yet they often contain a wealth of sensitive information. Safeguarding your personal and confidential data during the disposal process is of utmost importance.