Cyber Security
The future of cloud data security
iStorage has unveiled cloudAshur (patent pending). The UK-engineered device is a cloud data storage security solution which tackles the issue of cloud security head on. With cloud computing still in its infancy, security of data, systems and services is a concern for nine out of ten cyber security professionals, according to a 2018 report.
TSE solution makes cash registers tamper-proof
Swissbit has introduced of its TSE solution for tamper-proof recording of POS (Point of sale) data. The launch is in response to new statutory regulations imposed by German tax authorities. By January 1st 2020, all new electronic and existing PC-based POS systems in Germany must be equipped with a certified technical security device (TSE).
Integrated solutions optimised for video surveillance at IFSEC 2019
Storage solutions provider for the video surveillance market, Promise Technology is exhibiting at IFSEC 2019 this week and is introducing for the first time its Vess R3000 Series. With the global video surveillance market is estimated to grow over to $77.21bn by 2023, according to a recent report by BIS Research, Promise is expanding and enhancing its portfolio of solutions to meet rising demand with the introduction of a cloud-rea...
How access management is playing a key role in enhancing cyber security
Having attended my first Infosecurity Europe event this month, my eyes have well and truly been opened as to how much protection companies and individuals need from ongoing cyber threats. Cyber security issues are becoming a day to day struggle for businesses. Research from the Varonis Global Data Risk Report shows that most companies have unprotected data and poor cyber security practises in place.
It’s time to take physical security seriously
The USB stick is a common tech accessory that you’d find in most homes and nearly every office. Lightweight and easy to use, they are the perfect portable storage medium. Many of us depend on these sticks to transfer information between devices and store them as we shuttle about different locations. By Marcus Harvey, Sales Director EMEA at Targus
Exploring the future of underwater robotics
Companies are being invited to highlight the advances in underwater robotic technology, including developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI), autonomy and communication, at Subsea UK’s Underwater Robotics conference in Aberdeen later this year. Sponsored by ROVOP and Saab Seaeye, the one day event will look at the new technology being developed by the industry and the potential which exists for advances in underwater robotics.
Four reasons why you should have a VPN on your router
Many people are becoming more aware of the importance of using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) when connecting to the internet. By encrypting your data and assigning you a virtual IP address, a VPN protects you from hackers, enables you to bypass geographical internet restrictions, and helps to save money on expenses like car rentals, hotel charges and airfare. By Jamie Cambell, Cyber Security Analyst, GoBestVPN.
Only 44% of UK IT pros think they can detect insider threats
Newly released data from ObserveIT finds that only 44% of UK IT pros are completely confident they could detect an insider threat. An insider threat is when someone close to an organisation, an employee, contractor or trusted partner, misuses their authorised access to negatively impact the organisation’s critical information or systems, either on purpose or by accident.
Testing against cyber-attacks with simulation technology
Cyber-security is often a story of the “weak link.” The following two recent cyber-security events involving USBs brings to light the importance of testing the system against cyber-attacks to eliminate this type of risk. Guest blog written by Michel Genard, Wind River.
Global survey finds automation will improve security functions
Specialist in domain name and DNS-based cyber threat intelligence, DomainTools, has announced the results of the study ‘Staffing the IT Security Function in the Age of Automation’, conducted in conjunction with the Ponemon Institute. More than 1,400 security professionals based across the US, the UK and APAC provided answers on the impact that automation and artificial intelligence (AI) will have on the staffing of IT security functio...