More organizations are turning to managed security services to gain security expertise and lessen the workload of their in-house security staff. Learn more about this option in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.

What steps should businesses take for ransomware protection? 44 security experts weigh in.

Learn more about advanced threat protection solutions and services in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of data security.

While once considered a headache, deploying DLP no longer needs to be a months-long, complex process. Part 11 of our Definitive Guide to DLP series offers two approaches to getting “quick wins” when starting your DLP program.

Learn more about the different approaches to threat intelligence in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of data security.

47 data security experts compare the risks of insider threats vs. outsider threats.

A great executive and friend, who held family above all else. Salo and I worked together since 2004, and working at any company without him would have been inconceivable for me. Salo’s drive to excellence and can-do spirit was central to the Digital Guardian turn-around and he was a major reason we have seen such incredible growth at the company. He will be missed greatly.

How does malvertising affect companies and individuals differently? Learn how to identify and avoid malvertisements in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.

Political figures across the spectrum have been impacted by cyber attacks and data loss, but which party has been hit the hardest? Check out our infographic and decide.

Organizations can choose to work with an MSSP for several reasons, such as security talent shortages, restricted IT budgets, the complexity of staying on top of sophisticated threats and a bewildering number of technology choices. Part 9 of our Definitive Guide to Data Loss Prevention series provides 5 criteria for selecting the right MSSP for your business.

Learn about whaling attacks as well as how to identify and defend against this social engineering technique in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.

Regular data security risk assessments are a core component of many regulatory compliance requirements, internal policies, or confidentiality agreements. Follow this guide for an effective, phased approach to data at rest risk assessments.

The Advanced Threat & Analysis Center (ATAC) team here at Digital Guardian are on high alert for any suspicious activity that is generated from our customer environments through our Managed Service offering. Most times we’ll detect external cyber-attacks and/or intrusions, however recently we came across a rather interesting finding that was almost too good not too share with our readers.

Data protection projects involve several departments within an organization, from IT to marketing. Learn how to build allies and properly position DLP to decision makers in part 8 of our series, The Definitive Guide to DLP.

You understand the need for data protection, but how do you pitch that idea internally to get the political and financial support that you need? The key to making a value-based business case lies in positioning DLP initiatives in terms that executives will understand. Learn more in part 7 of our Definitive Guide to Data Loss Prevention series.

A panel of information security experts discuss the most commonly overlooked factors impacting organizational security posture.

Learn about spear-phishing attacks as well as how to identify and avoid falling victim to spear-phishing scams.

A case involving a Canadian healthcare group alleges that patient records were left exposed to a medical assistant and “Peeping Tom” who abused her access to snoop on patients’ confidential data – including information on her sister.

Understanding your goals is a critical first step in your journey toward building the right data protection program for your organization. This blog examines some of the key considerations for this process.