A hybrid working mode has made the traditional desk-pinned office settings more dynamic. It allows companies to manage their workforce effectively, all the while giving flexibility to employees. From one perspective, this leads to increased productivity and decreased living costs and commuting for employees. However, hybrid work also elevates data security concerns now that the employees … [Read more...] about The Hybrid Working Model and Data Security
Cyber security threats
Domain Impersonation Witnesses a Sharp Rise
The average business sees almost 90 domains impersonating their business per month – that’s approximately 1100 domains per year on average. These fraudulent domains are set up by cybercriminals and sometimes even by threat actors sponsored by states to carry out such activities. A report by a digital risk protection company called Digital Shadows showed that the industry that is most at … [Read more...] about Domain Impersonation Witnesses a Sharp Rise
4 reasons your company needs cyber insurance
Between 2014 and 2020, the average data breach cost increased by 10%. What makes data breach damaging is not the act itself but expenses like regulatory fines, legal costs, and hiring security to alleviate data breach damage. To keep financial losses under control, a risk management strategy is necessary. And what makes a critical part of your risk strategy is cyber insurance. Read on to … [Read more...] about 4 reasons your company needs cyber insurance
America’s small businesses aren’t ready for a cyberattack
In view of the Russa-Ukraine war, the U.S. government has warned of higher risk of cyberattacks coming from Russia. Why? Because Russia would be carrying out these cyberattacks to pull the U.S. into the conflict. Unfortunately, this heads-up wasn’t enough to motivate small businesses to be prepared for these potential cyber threats. In the latest CNBC|SurveyMonkey Small Business … [Read more...] about America’s small businesses aren’t ready for a cyberattack
Top 8 cyber security risks of working from home
While the work-from-home model has resulted in employee relaxation and flexibility, it also amplified cyber security risks. According to surveys, 25% of all employees have experienced an increase in fraudulent emails and spam/phishing attempts in their corporate emails since the onset of COVID-19. With remote work looking like it’s here to stay, it’s essential to review security … [Read more...] about Top 8 cyber security risks of working from home