Ransomware as a service operations have seen tremendous growth in the short time since their emergence. Learn about these attacks and how to protect against them in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.

Botnets have been a serious problem on the web for more than 15 years, and as the network has changed, botnet operators have had to adapt in order to continue making money. While launching DDoS attacks on demand once was the main revenue stream for these cybercriminals, things have changed in recent years to include the paid installation of ransomware, banking trojans, and other types of malware.

GDPR enforcement started last year, bringing with it some key changes for enterprise data protection efforts around the world.

Here’s a look at the ten biggest data breaches impacting federal and state governments in the U.S.

Tackling these five challenges early will help ensure that your GDPR compliance efforts are successful.

Recent incidents at two urology clinics have left healthcare organizations seeking a cure for a threat that has plagued their industry for years: ransomware.

For years the healthcare industry has been a prime target for cybercriminals – here’s a recap of the biggest data breaches from healthcare companies.

Learn about the EU’s Directive on the security of network and information systems in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.

Learn about polymorphic malware and how to protect against this threat in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.

There are bad ideas and then there are really, really bad ideas.

Learn about the NIST SP 800-53, a critical component of FISMA compliance, in our Data Protection 101 series.

26 security pros share the most effective approaches to advanced threat protection.

Learn about the role of data protection in achieving FISMA compliance in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.

The leak late last year of information on more than 200,000 patients of CoPilot Provider Support Services was just the first act in what is proving to be a bizarre and mysterious HIPAA ‘whodunnit.’

Our Definitive Guide to Data Classification series concludes with guidance on how to set yourself up to succeed and keep your sensitive data safe.

For the fifth consecutive time, Digital Guardian has been selected as a “Leader” in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Data Loss Prevention.

Learn about memory forensics in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.

Part 4 in our Definitive Guide to Data Classification series offers tips for getting organizational support for your data classification program.

With its enforcement date approaching, here are some key points to consider in preparing your organisation for GDPR compliance.