Your Biggest Cybersecurity Risks Could Be Inside Your Organization
Today more than 300 million people are working remotely — creating, accessing, sharing, and storing data wherever they go — and data breaches arising from insider threats and simple mishaps can cost businesses an average of $7.5 million annually. Ultimately it doesn't matter if a breach is intentional or accidental. Insider risk programs should be part of every company's security strategy. To be successful, organizations should lead with their employees as partners in the effort and supplement their program with advanced tools that detect and mitigate insider risks wherever they arise. The author offers four lessons he's learned as Microsoft's chief information security officer.
What are the main cybersecurity risks from within an organization?
The primary cybersecurity risks from within an organization stem from insider threats and unintentional mishaps. As over 300 million people work remotely, the potential for data breaches increases significantly, costing businesses an average of $7.5 million annually, regardless of whether these breaches are intentional or accidental.
How can organizations mitigate insider risks?
Organizations should integrate insider risk programs into their overall security strategy. This involves treating employees as partners in the security effort and utilizing advanced tools designed to detect and mitigate insider risks wherever they may occur.
Why is employee involvement crucial in cybersecurity?
Involving employees in cybersecurity is crucial because they play a key role in identifying and preventing potential threats. By fostering a culture of security awareness and collaboration, organizations can enhance their defenses against insider risks and create a more resilient security posture.
Your Biggest Cybersecurity Risks Could Be Inside Your Organization
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