As I was reading my Wall Street Journal online this evening. I can see that Data Breach concerns are becoming louder this year than anytime in the past. In a article “Capital One Cyber Staff Raised Concerns Before Hack” (1) the authors shared indications that before the Capital One Data Breach, there were a number of concerns voiced by staff and others. Issues such as high staff turnover, even at the top levels of the organization. Also, improper or possibly negligent configurations of security related software were slow to be implemented. Capital One’s slogan is “What in your wallet?” It’s catchy! However, I think we all wished that the data in our wallet’s should stay in our wallet!
At Ascension, we find new clients sharing similar issues or concerns. CyberSecurity is not easy nor is it sexy. However, in today’s world, CyberSecurity and Privacy are now a cost of doing business for almost any endeavor. Leadership and technical staff alike, need to focus reasonable and consistant energy on CyberSecurity for the security of their respective customers. Security Assessments are essential to understanding the problem.
Assessment is the first step in understand how your company fairs with regard to CyberSecurity and Privacy. Feel free to comment whether you believe assessments are helpful?
Good Day, Paul
CItations:
(1) Andriotis , AnnaMaria, and Rachel Louise Ensign. “Capital One Cyber Staff Raised Concerns Before Hack.” Capital One Cyber Staff Raised Concerns Before Hack, Wall Street Journel, Aug. 2019, https://www.wsj.com/articles/capital-one-cyber-staff-raised-concerns-before-hack-11565906781?mod=djemalertNEWS