Security, Compliance and the Cloud News
Study: Spam Volumes Declining, But Targeted Attacks On The Rise
Global enterprises are working hard to reduce email spam and eliminate cybersecurity vulnerabilities, but an increase in dangerous attacks is forcing companies to shore up data protection solutions.
Healthcare Organizations Investing in Disaster Recovery Solutions
Healthcare organizations are tasked with securing vast amounts of patient data, including payment information, medical records and social security numbers, making it vital for them to implement extensive disaster recovery plans.
NIST's IT Lab to Focus on Big Data, Cloud Computing This Year
The National Institute of Standards and Technology's Information Technology Laboratory has a new director and will focus on big data, cloud computing, mobility and cybersecurity this year, according to a recent InformationWeek report.
Many Enterprises Fail to Complete Simple IT Security Measures
Most businesses aimed to improve their data protection practices last year to defend security vulnerabilities, but many enterprises failed to execute even basic preventative measures.
Cloud Computing Forcing IT Managers to Adapt to New Roles
Managing technology has historically been a major IT department function, but cloud computing is rapidly transforming the role of IT decision-makers, according to a recent Information Age report.
Malicious Email Attacks Most Common During U.S. Holidays
Family, food and travel are usually most associated with holidays, but cybercriminals are taking advantage of lax security practices during celebrations like Thanksgiving and Labor Day.
