risk management

How to establish digital trust with a distributed workforce

As the hybrid working model becomes the default, cyber criminals can exploit security loopholes to get access into organisations. How then do we ensure that information is being accessed by who it’s intended for?

Aug 30 2021 8:04AM

Healthcare facing the most cyber breaches, more than any other industry

Why is this so? Healthcare is the sweet spot due to the amount of customer data that is sensitive and the number of medical devices connected.

Aug 25 2021 8:03AM

EY study finds more than half of APAC businesses vulnerable to cyber security risks

Cyber security investments are out of sync with need.

Aug 20 2021 8:35AM

Best approaches to audit, synergise and safeguard your data

With users proliferating, ensuring the right people who can access sensitive data is a crucial decision as the stakes are high in banks and financial institutions.

Aug 19 2021 9:45AM

Data breaches are now costing companies more than $4 million for every incident

IBM’s findings raise more concerns about the worsening cyber security landscape and suggest that security is lagging behind rapid IT changes.

Aug 4 2021 8:05AM

Three ways you can protect your data from ransomware

Cyber security tools are not guaranteed protection from ransomware, but a data protection strategy will better equip you to minimise the impact of the attack and recover from it.

Aug 3 2021 8:03AM

Successful cloud migration requires the right protocols to protect your data

Companies can mitigate uncertainties with a contingency plan or look at a SaaS model to start their cloud journey.

Aug 2 2021 8:14AM

Advice on preventing your company information from being leaked

KnowBe4 Research found that one in four persons disclose confidential work-related information, sometimes accidentally.

Jul 30 2021 8:12AM

How to prevent the ‘human element’ from being exploited in cyber breaches

As organisations act on their digital transformation plans to ensure business continuity, employees at the same time need to embrace a security mindset and culture.

Jul 28 2021 8:06AM

‘Burnt out’ cyber security professionals can make organisations even more vulnerable

Security analysts in Singapore are overwhelmed. Relieving the burden of mundane, repetitive tasks can reduce their workloads.

Jul 21 2021 8:04AM

How to properly assess the risk management profile of your IT Vendor

Is your outsourced vendor protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and access in the same way you would?

Jul 19 2021 7:00AM

Attacked by ransomware – should we pay or not pay?

Don't rush into a decision and consider all your options. Paying the ransom should really be the last resort.

Jun 28 2021 8:16AM

Hackers emboldened and becoming more opportunistic

In this COVID-19 climate, NTT Global Threat Intelligence Report reveals a spike in application attacks, accounting for 67% of all attacks as remote-access becomes a common vulnerability.

May 31 2021 12:35PM

How protected are you from social engineering attacks?

Be careful of those seemingly harmless posts on birthday celebrations, or even home office setup photos – you could be putting yourselves and your organisations at risk.

May 28 2021 10:48AM

Ransomware is now the leading cyber threat vector, and it’s getting worse

Ransomware attacks have increased three-fold since 2018 which saw companies losing $20 billion last year. What’s worrying is that we’re only five months into 2021 and there is no end in sight on how bad it will get.

May 24 2021 8:13AM

Identity Management in 2021: Why you still need to stay vigilant

As we move into the middle of 2021, there is still much to reflect on how companies can better protect their digital identities and ensure data security. Here are some best practices we can follow.

May 21 2021 9:11AM

Ransomware attacks moving into an insidious ‘double extortion’ model

Hackers are now publishing samples of the stolen data on the public Internet to prove their intentions, putting additional pressure on victims to meet their demands.

May 17 2021 8:03AM

The dangers of being complacent about mobile security threats

Verizon research says that almost one in two, or 45% of businesses, have knowingly sacrificed the security of mobile devices to ‘get the job done’.

May 12 2021 8:03AM

How your enterprise can be protected from password theft

Though having the most advanced technologies for your cybersecurity is important, preventing risks such as password theft is just as critical.

May 6 2021 12:36PM

The importance of adopting a good password regime and hygiene habits

A stitch in time can save nine: passwords are the bedrock of user authentication, and at the heart of passwords is its ability to protect data.

May 6 2021 8:09AM