See how CurrentWare ensures student safety in our web filtering software for schools case study Safeguarding sensitive information is crucial for educational institutions and libraries. The FCC’s Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program aims to bolster the cybersecurity infrastructure of these institutions by providing essential funding for robust security solutions.

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a critical framework for protecting sensitive information within the defense industrial base (DIB). With the transition to CMMC 2.0, organizations that do business with the Department of Defense (DoD) must ensure they meet evolving cybersecurity standards.

In today’s digital landscape, safeguarding your organization’s network from unauthorized applications is paramount. One effective strategy is blocking executable (.exe) files using application blocking software or an Active Directory Group Policy. This tutorial will provide step-by-step guides that will teach you how to block executable files in Windows using various methods.

In today’s digital world, cyber threats are a constant concern for businesses of all sizes. According to a 2024 survey by the UK government’s Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT), 74% of large and 70% of medium businesses reported experiencing a recent cyber attack. Data breaches, malware attacks, and phishing scams can cripple operations and damage your reputation.

Businesses of all shapes and sizes can fall victim to data breaches. Unfortunately, even with the best privacy and security measures in place, hackers are continually becoming more skilled at beating them. A well designed and implemented data breach response plan is essential if businesses are to minimize the effect of data breaches and protect their reputation. Not only that, but they can reduce the financial damage to the business and better position the organization for recovery.

In our increasingly digital world, USB drives remain a convenient way to transport and store data. However, the use of these devices in corporate networks introduces several security concerns. This blog post will cover USB security best practices to equip you with the knowledge to safeguard your company’s valuable information against the security risks of removable media devices such as flash drives.

To help you keep legacy systems protected against the dangers of USB devices, CurrentWare now offers a dedicated version of its USB blocker AccessPatrol for Windows XP, allowing you to easily monitor and block USB ports on Windows XP. With AccessPatrol USB port blocker for Windows XP you can create an “allowed list” of authorized USB devices, grant different access levels (read-only, full access, or no access), and get insights into file transfers to portable storage devices.

Employee theft isn’t just a financial issue; it can erode trust and damage company morale. These employee theft statistics highlight the prevalence of workplace theft across key categories including data theft, time theft, fraud and embezzlement, insider threats, and retail theft.

Navigating the line between workplace privacy restrictions and employee rights is getting more complicated as employees shift to hybrid and remote settings. According to Code42’s 2023 Data Exposure Report, data loss caused by business insiders costs companies an average of $16 million per incident. Moreover, 81% of companies believe that hybrid work is one of the main reasons data security training is necessary.