Data Breach Versus Data Leak: What’s The Difference?
Some terminology in the cybersecurity world can be slightly confusing. One example is the difference between two similar terms: data leak and data breach. People sometimes use these terms interchangeably to describe situations where sensitive data is exposed. However, the difference between a data leak and a data breach is concrete in some ways. Knowing […]
20 Causes of Data Loss Threatening Businesses in 2024
Data is not just a strategic asset. It’s the lifeblood of your organization. Losing access to any strategic asset can threaten an organization’s viability; without plants and equipment, manufacturers would find it difficult to succeed, and service providers can’t operate without brand recognition. Similarly, without data, your organization could be left in a state of […]
The 9 Best User Activity Monitoring Tools in 2024
Nowadays, with so many devices and applications used by employees at work, it’s tough for companies to maintain visibility and control over network activities. User activity monitoring (UAM) software has emerged as a critical tool, empowering businesses to safeguard against data breaches, insider threats, and low productivity. These solutions track and analyze users’ behavior, enabling […]
What To Know About Endpoint Monitoring in 2024
Today’s workforce is more distributed than ever. Globally, 16% of companies are fully remote, while 40% have a hybrid arrangement. As workforces become increasingly distributed, security leaders face many challenges. They must monitor potential malicious activity across a wide array of devices scattered throughout the entire network. With the rise of endpoint monitoring tools, it […]
20 Ways to Monitor Network Traffic: Steps, Tips and Tools
Businesses must recognize the importance of reliable and efficient network traffic monitoring. Network traffic is only expected to grow in the coming years as more people gain internet access. By monitoring network traffic, you can ensure that your systems are running smoothly and identify issues before they become significant problems. Here, we will discuss 20 […]
Lessons Learned from 7 Real Insider Threat Examples
Organizations must navigate myriad security threats. While many cyber threats come from malicious actors outside the organization, insider threats can be even more devastating to a business. Insider threat prevention should be a top priority for security teams. But what are these cyber attacks, and what do they teach us about how to protect critical […]
Network Security Features to Combat Insider Threats
If you pick it right, modern firewall technology can be extremely effective against all kinds of insider threats, including malicious threats, where someone inside the company is deliberately targeting the network, and negligent attacks, where insiders are duped into participation. By having better firewall systems in place, companies can protect sensitive data and core assets […]
2022 Recap: A Look Back with Teramind
From protecting against insider threats to improving productivity to achieving compliance, the type of behavioral data Teramind provides can be applied to any use case. Every year we find new ways for organizations to take advantage of these insights in order to further their objectives. And this year has been our biggest year yet. We’ve […]
How to Reduce Insider Security Threats and Protect Data Against Loss
Insider threats are a major concern to businesses, government agencies and other parties who are vulnerable to cyberattacks. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) estimates that insider threat incidents cost victims $130 billion per year, and affect 2 million people on average. CISA is part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and […]
10 Most Effective Data Loss Prevention Best Practices for Security Teams
Data is at the center of business. No matter what your business, you store, use, and build data that drives your business forward. Data today includes everything from your software product to customer lists to every other bit of critical information that makes your business run smoother and more productively. As such a critical resource, […]
