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Not every cybersecurity threat originates outside of the organization. External threats tend to receive more attention, but an IBM report shows that a breach caused by an insider threat can carry an even higher cost. In fact, malicious insider attacks cost an average of $4.99 million despite accounting for just 7% of breaches. That makes them the most expensive breach vector in the report.

Cyberattacks by hacking groups using ransomware and other tactics dominate the headlines, but the risks posed by individuals within an organization can be just as, if not more, damaging. CISA defines an insider threat as the possibility that authorized personnel will use their access, either intentionally or unintentionally, to harm an organization’s mission, resources, information, systems, or other assets.

As digital threats evolve, safeguarding sensitive data has become more important than ever, especially for businesses using removable storage devices like USB drives. While these external devices boost productivity, they also increase the risk of data breaches if not properly managed. Unprotected peripheral ports serve as unguarded entry points for data thieves and malicious software, highlighting the critical need to secure these access interfaces.

Syteca, formerly Ekran System, will showcase our latest advancements at International Cyber Expo 2024. At this event, we will unveil not only our refreshed brand identity but also our enhanced platform with new cybersecurity features. Our experts will demonstrate how you can leverage Syteca to effectively secure your organization’s inside perimeter by managing insider risks, providing secure access to sensitive resources, and monitoring user activity.

Financial services organizations already face a dizzying array of external threats, but just as dangerous and often harder to spot are the threats posed by people inside their firm, according to the Trustwave SpiderLabs' Financial Services Deep Dive: Insider Threat. The report noted that insider threat attacks have become more common over the past year, with 40% of organizations reporting more frequent insider threat attacks compared to previous years.

Ever since systems started restricting access through passwords, the trial and error method has been used to crack them. But even today, brute force attacks remain a serious danger for organizations. According to the 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report by Verizon, the brute force technique accounts for 21% of all basic web application attacks.

As remote work increases, organizations are faced with new cybersecurity challenges. When employees access sensitive company data from various locations and devices, traditional security perimeters dissolve and create potential vulnerabilities. This guide focuses on proactive measures, strategies, best practices, and advanced monitoring solutions to employ when your employees work remotely.