Articles about Data Security

Companies are eager to deploy generative AI assistants like Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot, but security professionals have concerns. Privacy issues, manipulation by threat actors, and exposure of sensitive data are all risks organizations must be aware of when using these tools.  The time savings and economic gains of AI chatbots are enticing. Gemini and… (more) Security Risks from Deploying Generative AI: Google Gemini vs. Microsoft Copilot

The mass adoption of generative artificial intelligence has outpaced security measures as companies rush to develop and release AI-powered products. Microsoft launched Copilot, Google released Gemini, and OpenAI has made headlines with ChatGPT. Organizations are eager to test AI assistants for company tasks, from creating content to writing code. But developing technology comes with new… (more) How to Reduce Information Security Risks When Deploying Copilot for Microsoft 365

While a return-to-office (RTO) is making a comeback, one trend is here to stay: the era of hybrid and remote work was not a fleeting moment—it’s the new norm.  Remote work isn’t just about cutting costs; it’s about offering teams flexibility, tapping into a global pool of talent, and rewriting the rules of what an… (more) 9 Security Tools Your IT Team Needs for Remote Work

Who has access to your company’s confidential files? This question is becoming more and more relevant as companies turn to cloud collaboration tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft OneDrive, and SharePoint.  Data breaches caused by unauthorized access, what we call access risks, have risen at alarming rates as companies use collaboration tools to share files within… (more) How to Audit Sensitive Documents for Access Risks

Keeping sensitive data secure from theft and vulnerabilities can be incredibly challenging. With limited budget and bandwidth, IT and Security teams are expected to protect sensitive information while introducing strong security solutions. To protect sensitive data from getting into the wrong hands, companies first must understand what counts as sensitive data. This guide explores the… (more) The 10 Types of Sensitive Data Companies Must Protect

The average cost of a data breach rose again in 2023, reaching a record $4.45 million worldwide. This number was an astronomical $9.44 million in the US, the highest of any country, according to IBM. The largest data breaches of 2023 affected some of the biggest companies in technology, healthcare, and even information security.  At… (more) The 13 Biggest Data Breaches of 2023