Security awareness training and insider threats
Get advice and tips on how end user security awareness training can help prevent internal risks and external threats. Find out how training can protect users against phishing attacks, social engineering schemes and other threats that can lead to data breaches.
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March 07, 2019
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Mar'19
RSAC 2019: Coverage of the premiere security gathering
Find out what's happening at the at the 2019 RSA Conference in San Francisco, the information security industry's biggest event, with breaking news and analysis by the SearchSecurity team.
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March 06, 2019
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Mar'19
FBI director calls for public-private cybersecurity partnerships
At the recent RSA Conference, FBI Director Christopher Wray called for public-private partnerships to fend off cyberadversaries and threats.
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February 15, 2019
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Feb'19
Ponemon study: Poor password practices remain rampant
More than two-thirds of employees share passwords with colleagues, research reveals. Experts sound off on what's fueling poor password practices and how to solve the problem.
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August 15, 2018
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Aug'18
Infosec mental health support and awareness hits Black Hat 2018
While burnout, depression and PTSD can affect anyone, infosec mental health still doesn't often get the attention it deserves, but Black Hat 2018 attempted to change that.
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5 actionable deception-tech steps to take to fight hackers
Consider taking these five 'deceptive' steps to make your detection and response capabilities speedier, more effective and to improve your company's security posture. Continue Reading
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Know your enemy: Understanding insider attacks
Insider attacks are a significant threat to enterprises. Expert Ernie Hayden provides an introduction to insider threats and how organizations can protect themselves. Continue Reading
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Insider threat report tracks annual cost of theft, carelessness
The Ponemon Institute study "2018 Cost of Insider Threats" examines the cost to companies victimized by material insider threat incidents during the past 12 months. Continue Reading
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Cybersecurity professionals: Lack of training leaves skills behind
Cybersecurity professionals' increased workloads leave little time for training, leaving their skill sets -- and their companies' data security -- vulnerable to outside threats. Continue Reading
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Insider threat detection tools that sniff out dangers from within
Learn about the insider threat detection tools that can zero-in on anomalous user behavior. Malicious or accidental, the insider threat is one of the most dangerous and costly to companies. Continue Reading
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How major FDIC cybersecurity issues highlight leadership failures
A series of major FDIC cybersecurity data breaches has created a chaotic situation and highlights the importance of strong, well-intentioned security leadership in organizations. Continue Reading
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Top 5 email security issues to address in 2019
The top five email security issues come from a variety of places, from email phishing to account takeovers. Our security expert recommends being vigilant and poised to take action. Continue Reading
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Strengthen end-user security with effective training methods
IT must rely on users to avoid behavior that could lead to breaches. Learn about the threats, such as phishing and malware, that IT professionals must explain to users. Continue Reading
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Cybersecurity maturity model lays out four readiness levels
To assess cybersecurity maturity, Nemertes Research developed a four-point scale to determine a company's ability to effectively detect, understand and contain breaches. Continue Reading
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Cybersecurity education: How HR can plan for the inevitable
Cybersecurity is a major concern for any organization, but employees continue to be a top threat. HR can help mitigate insider risks by providing regular training and reminders. Continue Reading
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Teramind CTO talks insider threat prevention, employee monitoring
A fear of insider threats on Wall Street led one software engineer to start his own security company. Continue Reading
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How insider fraud can be detected and avoided in the enterprise
IT sabotage and insider threats can put an organization at great risk. Guest expert Peter Sullivan details preventative measures to take and employee training techniques. Continue Reading