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What is a key reason for organizations to enhance visibility of information leaving the organization?
How can communication improve security processes within an organization?
What is a common issue that arises among different sectors of a business regarding security threats?
What action could a CIO/CSO take to raise awareness of security challenges within a company?
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Why is it important for non-security staff to be informed about security threats?
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What aspect of communication is highlighted as crucial for business security?
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What is one possible result of an organization's improved visibility regarding information flow?
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What is the effect of a lack of communication about security threats within a business?
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What was one of the significant impacts of the Sony hack?
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What is a suggested approach to expanding a threat intelligence program?
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What secondary benefit comes from the successful implementation of a threat intelligence program?
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What role do security workshops play in a company's security strategy?
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What can be a result of leaking sensitive employee and customer data?
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Which method is used to categorize data for higher security levels?
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What is a common misconception about the needed investment for security programs?
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What challenge might arise from lengthy projects in security programs?
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What is the primary benefit of increasing visibility over company data movement?
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What can be inferred about the company that installed a DLP solution?
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How should organizations respond to potential threats to critical data?
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What significant legislative changes are expected regarding data protection?
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What aspect of the Sony hack response was particularly commendable?
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What is a critical line of defense against common cyber attacks?
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What role do CIOs and CSOs play in data protection?
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What was noted about many companies regarding data breach incidents?
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What was the total amount of fraud losses on UK cards in 2013?
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What proportion of the amount spent on cards was lost to fraud in 2013?
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By how much did total spending on debit and credit cards increase in 2013?
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Which organization monitors common scams for fraudulent activity online in the US?
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What percentage of online merchants expected fraud to remain static or grow?
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What is one key benefit of implementing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions?
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Why is it important for organizations to begin enhancing their security procedures?
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How can organizations demonstrate their preparedness against cyber-attacks?
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What approach is suggested for organizations that want to handle breaches effectively?
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What does the content suggest organizations should avoid experiencing?
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What is necessary for maintaining customer trust and a competitive edge in the market?
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What indicates that a company recognizes the need to mitigate the effects of a cyber-attack?
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Which factor is increasing the urgency for organizations to adopt strong security measures?
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Study Notes
Data Loss Prevention
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions can help organizations rectify security issues by providing visibility into data leaving the organization.
- DLP solutions can expose erroneous business practices.
- Organizations can benefit from DLP solutions in various ways and should view it as an investment.
- DLP solutions use several methods and processes such as data categorization to determine which data needs heightened levels of security.
- This process does not need to be all-encompassing, start small and expand the scope as required.
Increasing Security Awareness
- Communication is vital in encouraging buy-in to the security process.
- Regular security workshops can increase the security IQ of the company.
- A company should prepare weekly security threat emails for company and C-level executives.
- This approach can increase CEO and board buy-in to security investments.
Importance of Security
- Security requires constant vigilance and an active approach.
- CIOs and CSOs need to ensure that they are building a proper business case for the implementation of security technology.
- Organizations cannot overlook the importance of protecting sensitive data and maintaining the trust of their customers.
Real-World Examples
- The Sony hack demonstrated the importance of having a plan to mitigate the after effects of a cyber-attack.
- Sony's response included regular communication between managers and employees, regular meetings of upwards of 500 employees at a time in special clinics to inform them of dangers posed to their personal information.
- A telco provider discovered more than 30 questionable processes that no one was aware of through a DLP solution.
Fraud & Cybercrime
- UK card fraud losses totaled £450.4m in 2013, a staggering 16% increase from the previous year.
- The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Centre carefully monitors online scams.
- While the FBI does not detail the true volume and scope of cybercrime, it does highlight the most common scams being used online for fraudulent activity.
Key Takeaways
- Organizations should prioritize security in a more connected world.
- Organizations should begin implementing, reviewing and enhancing security procedures.
- Do not wait for there to be a successful attack. Protecting sensitive data, maintaining customer trust, and preventing the loss of critical data are crucial.
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This quiz covers essential concepts of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and the importance of increasing security awareness within organizations. Learn how DLP solutions can improve security practices and how consistent communication can enhance the overall security IQ of your company. Understand the significance of ongoing vigilance in maintaining a secure environment.