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Clean Desk Policy
2024-06-10 16:00

Unsecured USB drives, data files left open on desktops and printouts of confidential documents are just a few examples of items that employees may carelessly leave out when stepping away from their workspaces. The purpose of this customizable Clean Desk Policy, written by Kara Sherrer for TechRepublic Premium, is to provide guidelines for protecting sensitive information and data from unauthorized access when staff are away from their desks.

How Your Business Can Benefit from a Network Security Policy
2024-06-10 08:05

This is why a network security policy must be in place to create security guidelines for devices that transport and store company data. To protect company data and reputation, it is essential to ensure the network is secured from unauthorized access, data loss, malware infestations and security breaches.

Employee Termination Policy
2024-05-29 16:00

Whether due to resignation, layoff or firing, separating employees from the business is never a pleasant process nor is it always easy. Because many staff members have access to confidential data or company assets, it is critical to utilize a series of detailed and comprehensive steps to complete employee terminations and streamline the experience as much as possible.

CISOs pursuing AI readiness should start by updating the org’s email security policy
2024-05-23 05:00

Conduct regular security training, especially with staff members who work with sensitive data and with executives who are often the targets of BEC. This should include live instruction, security awareness training videos and testing, and phishing simulation testing that use current, real-world attacks as examples. Finally, gamifying the cyber-aware culture by rewarding the employee with "Most reported emails" or the "Fastest reporter" promotes contributing to the overall security posture of the organization while keeping reporting engaging and fun.

Data Classification Policy
2024-05-08 16:00

In many ways, data has become the primary currency of modern organizations. PROCEDURES. All unauthorized access to facilities, systems and devices is considered a major breach of security, whether the data involved is classified as restricted or not.

Fraudsters abused Apple Stores' third-party pickup policy to phish for profits
2024-04-18 16:00

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Data Encryption Policy
2024-04-17 16:00

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Ivanti Rushes Patches for 4 New Flaws in Connect Secure and Policy Secure
2024-04-04 04:45

Ivanti has released security updates to address four security flaws impacting Connect Secure and Policy Secure Gateways that could result in code execution and denial-of-service (DoS). The list of...

Security Response Policy
2024-03-19 16:00

Good cyber and physical security can make or break companies. The purpose of this Security Response Policy, written by Scott Matteson for TechRepublic Premium, is to outline the security incident response processes which must be followed.

Safeguarding Customer Information Policy
2024-03-18 16:00

Customer information is usually one of the favorite targets of hackers as it contains confidential details which can be used to commit property or identity theft. Even innocent mistakes such as a lost mobile device that contains customer information can wreak havoc.