The theft of credit and debit card information from Target’s computer systems should serve as a reminder that the risk of a data security breach must be taken seriously. Every organization must have a plan to not only prevent data security breaches, but to respond...
They say that those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it, and 2013 provided many lessons for those wishing to avoid a data security breach. Let's review some of 2013's data security breaches so that they do not have to be...
Businesses commonly use consumer reports when deciding whether to make a job offer or extend a line of credit. In the wrong hands, consumer reports may also be used to commit fraud and identity theft. This is why the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enacted the...
When it comes to data security breaches, many organizations say, "That could never happen to us." Unfortunately, the increasing frequency of data security breaches means that many of these organizations are wrong. Don't believe it? Let's take a look at a few recent security breaches. Hacking In...
Every business must be able to identify the likeliest source of a data security breach so that they can also identify how to prevent it. Is it an executive's laptop computer, the copy machine or the office's wireless network? Could it be something else? Since...
In previous articles we discussed how laptop computers and the office copy machine increase the risk of data security breaches. Another significant risk to an organization's sensitive data is the wireless network. Since today's workplaces are increasingly "going wireless," the Federal Trade Commission recommends taking...
While laptop computers can increase workforce productivity, they also increase the risk of harmful and costly data security breaches. Since a lost or stolen laptop can jeopardize sensitive information, the Federal Trade Commission recommends the following preventative measures to protect laptop computers and the personally...
Collecting personally identifying information from clients, such as names, social security numbers and credit card numbers, is common practice. This means that protecting against a data security breach is (or should be) a priority for virtually every organization. Unfortunately, when it comes to implementing data...
Businesses often prepare an inventory of valuable property to simplify the process of filing an insurance claim in the event of a loss. For some reason, papers and records rarely make the list, even though losing these documents could disrupt business operations. Fortunately, insurance is...
Almost every business relies on computers, networks and electronic data to support their business operations and serve their customers. What most business owners don’t realize is the substantial exposure associated with their use of electronic platforms and the data those platforms host. Today, Cyber Liability...