Navigating the Future of International Technology
Dick’s Sporting Goods said on Wednesday it discovered last week that an unauthorised third party had access to its information systems, including certain confidential data. The company has hired external cybersecurity experts to contain the breach and is cooperating with law enforcement. OUR TAKEDICK’S Sporting Goods is a significant player in the U.S. retail market,…
Bare-metal servers offer enhanced security and consistent performance, ideal for businesses handling sensitive data or requiring high-speed processing. Cloud services provide scalability and flexibility, beneficial for startups to avoid upfront hardware costs and enable rapid deployment, but can be costly long-term, as evidenced by 37signals’ $3.2 million annual expenditure. Hybrid approaches combine cloud and bare-metal…
Chief Telecom ramps up cybersecurity measures and cloud infrastructure to support growing demand. New investments in data centres and partnerships boost Chief Telecom’s competitive edge in Asia-Pacific. Chief Telecom, a prominent telecommunications provider in Taiwan, is actively enhancing its cybersecurity protocols and cloud infrastructure to cater to the increasing demand for hybrid and multi-cloud solutions…
U.S. utilities have seen a staggering 70% increase in cyberattacks this year, highlighting the critical infrastructure’s susceptibility. The rapid expansion of the power grid to accommodate the soaring power demand has regrettably rendered the utilities increasingly prone to such attacks. OUR TAKEThe surge in cyberattacks on U.S. utilities not only underscores the immediate threat to…
NOYB alleges that the European Parliament failed to protect employee personal data adequately, violating GDPR. The organisation calls for enforcement from the European Data Protection Supervisor following repeated cybersecurity issues within EU institutions. OUR TAKEThis incident is a major breach in data protection measures at key EU institutions. The potential exposure of sensitive employee information…
Security vulnerability management is a critical component in safeguarding an organisation’s digital assets, focusing on the identification, assessment, and remediation of security vulnerabilities across all IT systems. Security vulnerability management involves a systematic, ongoing process that continuously monitors and manages potential security weaknesses, ensuring that systems remain secure against emerging threats. What is security vulnerability…
Vulnerability management is a critical component of cybersecurity that safeguards an organisation’s digital assets. As the cyberthreats landscape continues to evolve, so too must our approaches to vulnerability management. Vulnerability management is a strategic process for uncovering and addressing security weaknesses. It’s vital for businesses to preemptively resolve issues, thereby averting severe cybersecurity threats. This…
Vulnerability management is the process of identifying, evaluating, treating, and reporting on security vulnerabilities in systems and the software. Implementing the four stages of vulnerability management is crucial for organisations to strengthen cybersecurity defences. Vulnerability management is more than just a checklist of tasks; it’s a commitment to ongoing vigilance and improvement. As cyberthreats become…
Network segmentation helps to contain breaches by isolating critical systems and sensitive data, reducing the risk of widespread attacks. By dividing the network into smaller segments, organisations can minimise broadcast traffic and optimise resource allocation, leading to enhanced efficiency. Segmentation makes it easier to meet regulatory requirements by controlling access to sensitive information and demonstrating…