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Insider Risk Management for Your Cloud Infrastructure: Why Do You Need an IRM Program?

Organizations use more and more cloud services these days to improve business efficiency and achieve working flexibility for remote employees. However, keeping up with reliable cybersecurity measures in such a cloud-dependent world becomes challenging. And one of the reasons for that is the increase in insider risk. In this article, we explore the major insider risks in cloud infrastructure and discuss the importance of IRM program for cloud security.

Ekran System Partners with Hideez to Introduce Enhanced Authentication Functionality

Ekran System is partnering with Hideez to enhance the authentication process and improve user experience. As an alternative to two-factor authentication, our customers can now use a straightforward passwordless authentication method developed by Hideez. Thanks to this integration, you can streamline and consolidate logins for local desktops, remote desktop connections, virtual environments, and cloud infrastructures, while boosting your team’s efficiency and satisfaction.

Third-Party Security Risks: How to Mitigate Potential Cybersecurity Threats

Cooperation is the key to success, so working with third parties helps your organization increase efficiency, offer better products and services, employ highly qualified experts, and cut costs. But all these benefits come at the price of additional cybersecurity risks. Minor flaws in your third-party vendor’s security and privacy routines may lead to a breach in your organization’s cybersecurity.

Data Anonymization: What It Is and 6 Best Practices You Should Know

Despite diverse protection measures applied by organizations, data breaches involving Personally Identifiable Information (PII) still cause substantial financial losses across various industries. Between March 2022 and March 2023, compromised customer and employee PII cost organizations $183 and $181 per record, respectively, according to the 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report by IBM Security.

Cybersecurity Compliance in the Education Industry: How to Protect Students' Personal Data

The education industry is facing a growing threat from malicious cyberattackers, both external and internal. According to the Cyber Attack Trends report by Check Point Research, the education and research industry suffered from 44% more cyberattacks in the first half of 2022 compared to the same period in 2021. Therefore, cybersecurity in the academic industry is of paramount importance now.

Ekran System Announces Integration with Venn to Enhance Remote Work Security

Ekran System announces its partnership with Venn, a provider of innovative solutions that secure remote work on any unmanaged or BYOD computer. Like Ekran System, Venn is recognized by many cybersecurity experts. It has also been named a Sample Vendor by Gartner. We hope this strategic partnership will mark a significant advancement in fortifying remote work environments against emerging cybersecurity threats.

How to Build an Insider Threat Program [10-step Checklist]

An effective insider threat program is a core part of any modern cybersecurity strategy. Having controls in place to detect, deter, and respond to insider attacks is necessary for your organization to protect its sensitive data. It’s also required by many IT regulations, standards, and laws: NISPOM, NIST SP 800-53, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and others. In this article, we’ll shed light on the main insider threat program requirements and share the best tips on how to build an insider risk program.