“Ensuring the integrity and security of data is a challenge for businesses of every size — from 100 employees to the Fortune 100,” said Cindy Provin, Chief Executive Officer, nCipher Security. “In our digitally connected world nearly everyone uses the internet for work and entertainment, yet it’s also the most vulnerable entry point for viruses, malware and cybercriminals. Encouraging responsible use of the internet is of paramount importance, as is using data security solutions that protect sensitive information”.
Source: Leo Taddeo, CISO, Cyxtera
“Safer Internet Day promotes a community approach to securing the Internet, which is exactly what’s needed. It takes collaboration across private, public, commercial and consumer groups to improve security for all. As industry leaders, we must create a security culture in our organizations. As providers of security solutions, we have to be on the forefront of developing technologies that can keep up with the pace of IT innovation. There is no single way to lower cybersecurity risk; it takes a concerted effort and commitment to keep the Internet safe.”
Source: Rusty Carter, VP Product Management, Arxan
Having a ‘safer’ internet doesn’t hinge on just one thing — passwords, applications, endpoints, IoT devices and software, in addition to enterprises and individuals must all be equally protected to ensure internet safety. Everything is connected, so consumer protection, privacy organizations and leading security vendors need to increase the visibility of security needs and the things consumers of technologies need to do on their own to increase overall internet security and decrease their chances of direct loss or of being part of a bad network that has an impact on another business or society.
In today’s zero-trust world, business leaders should start with the assumption that any device or network is already compromised, and then think about how to protect critical data and intellectual property. Many of today’s known security best practices still only apply to websites and infrastructure. Consumers should assume data about them is a valuable commodity, and be wary of “free” services that will monetize their private information, and pay particular attention to the policies and security track record of the businesses they consider trusting with their data.
The most successful security approach occurs when businesses (and individuals for that matter) employ a layered approach to security.”
