Practical Security Tips, News & Advice.
According to a recent study by IBM Security, 70% of businesses infected with ransomware have paid ransom to regain access to business data and systems. In comparison, over 50% of consumers surveyed said they would not pay to regain access to personal data or devices aside from financial data.
If you’re considering implementing IP surveillance cameras within your security infrastructure, take a look at this infographic to see some of the facts alongside some common misconceptions. The below infographic from A1 Security Cameras summarizes what you should think about before purchasing IP surveillance products—there are a wide variety of choices when it comes to […]
There will often be gaps in your security infrastructure, with vulnerabilities present in credential and other security systems. However, if you’re aware of these gaps, you can take steps to minimize your risk. Click here to view the original infographic from Brivo, along with more information on improving your security infrastructure.
Nearly one-half of businesses have had unplanned downtime of their security systems. Take a look at this infographic to see how long these unplanned downtime events last and their most common causes.
While holiday weekends provide a nice break for millions of employees nationwide, they are prime working hours for cargo thieves. Take a look at these tips for keeping your products and your business secure so that you can rest easy this Labor Day weekend. Read more about the issue at Overdrive.
There are hundreds of elements that security professionals must consider every day, from fire to facility access to cyberthreats to protective equipment to training. Take a look at an infographic that combines all of these elements in a Periodic Table of Security. The below infographic from IFSEC Global provides a visual representation of key security […]
With workplace violence attacks becoming more prevalent in the US, organizations need to be prepared for worst-case scenarios. Attacks in the workplace average three deaths and up to 12 injuries per attack, and lawsuits average $500,000 with jury awards averaging $3 million. Worse yet, the loss of friends and colleagues in the workplace is devastating…and […]
Today’s cybercriminals use sophisticated software to slip into businesses’ networks and gain access to a company’s most sensitive information. In many situations, however, threat actors and their advanced malware can’t cause any damage unless some basic human error has allowed them into the system. For all the focus placed on shoring up networks with advanced […]