How can enterprises avoid a fine from data regulators?
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is the data regulator for the UK. Each year, it oversees around 500 data breaches and if it finds that…
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Consequences of a company data breach
When sensitive enterprise information or files containing personal details of data like email addresses, full names or financial account numbers are compromised, the result is…
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Six common questions and concerns about data security
Enterprises, educational institutions and local government offices are all responsible for the security of the data they store and share. In the UK, specific legislation…
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How to deal with data breaches
Personal data breaches are well known for causing chaos and costing companies dearly. Social media and new headlines are teeming with organisations of all sizes…
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What’s the true cost of a data breach?
This year’s figures indicate the cost of data breaches for businesses are at a record high, often involving millions of pounds. Strict rules established by…
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What is data protection software?
Statistics show that the world is expected to create 74 zettabytes worth of data this year, growing to approximately 175 zettabytes by 2025. A single…
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Why updates and backups are essential for enterprise security
While some cybersecurity measures can be costly, others, like performing backups and updates, are not expensive to adopt. However, companies that neglect to carry out…
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US automotive tool maker suffers data breach
Snap-on, the American manufacturer specialising in automotive tools, recently confirmed a data breach had taken place on its network.
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US component maker suffers data leak
Adafruit, the New York City-based open-source hardware component manufacturer recently disclosed it had experienced a data leak.
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Why is updating software and systems essential for enterprises?
In the same way that thieves and trespassers are more likely to break into a premises that doesn’t use CCTV, intruder alarms, perimeter fencing and…