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Data Rover had the pleasure of attending the #ICTSecurityRoadshow 2024, organized by Soiel International in Bologna. This event proved to be a valuable opportunity to delve into trends in #ICTsecurity and corporate information protection, thanks to a rich agenda of presentations and moments of exchange between supply and demand. During the event, essential topics in the field of #cybersecurity were addressed, including: 🔸 Security and Cloud 🔸 Privileged #AccessManagement, focusing on preventing the theft of privileged identities and enhancing security in IT & OT environments 🔸 Ransomware, Backup & #DataProtection, from double extortion to the Zero Trust strategy 🔸 #CyberRiskManagement and the human factor The overview of Top Cyber Security Trends, presented by Eduardo Mastranza, was particularly insightful. Among the emerging trends: 🔹 Artificial Intelligence (AI) 🔹 Outcome-driven security metrics, which emphasize the impact of cybersecurity on assets and business results, rather than merely focusing on the volume of threats detected or patches applied. 🔹 The importance of programs like the Security Behaviour and Culture Program (SBCP) to promote safer behaviors and a stronger security culture within organizations. 🔹 The management of risks in the supply chain and third parties, a growing area of concern. A highlight of the event was the roundtable discussion featuring several CISOs from the industrial sector and the Cloud Security Alliance (Alberto Manfredi, Giampiero Aldo ZANVETTOR, Leonardo Preti, Daniele Catteddu, and Alessandro Cosenza). The discussion revolved around AI, which offers advanced tools for information protection but also introduces new challenges, such as increasingly sophisticated attacks (e.g. highly realistic phishing emails) and ethical dilemmas. Significant attention was given to #generativeAIsystems, such as ChatGPT, and associated risks like data poisoning and data leaks, emphasizing the importance of a conscious approach. All the sessions were interesting and offered food for thought. Matteo Di Marino, CISO at COOP Alleanza 3.0, highlighted the crucial role of #CyberThreatIntelligence technologies, which are essential for anticipating cyber risks and shifting from a reactive to a proactive approach. The exchange with Matteo was particularly enlightening. Decio Biavati, CISO at CNA Forlì-Cesena, emphasized the importance of user awareness and training. Technology, no matter how advanced, cannot replace the human factor: cybersecurity must be a shared responsibility, relevant not only in corporate contexts but also in personal ones. "The ICT Security Roadshow 2024 proved to be a valuable event, offering points to consider and updates on the challenges and opportunities in cybersecurity" commented Gabriele Marini, CTO at Data Rover. "A precious opportunity for exchange and networking, reaffirming the importance of investing in knowledge and collaboration to tackle an ever-evolving landscape."

🔒 Data Rover Compelling Reason #6 Sharing your business data SAFELY Introducing #DataGate: #SecureDataExchange for businesses. 🌟 With Data Gate, say goodbye to the complexities, and misadventures of #datasharing. This advanced system empowers your business and staff, ensuring a safe transfer of data in and out of the organisation. Unlock Secure Data Exchange with Data Gate by Data Rover! 🚀 Data Gate provides the company with an advanced #dataexchange and #trackingsystem guaranteeing both enterprise-grade functionality and unprecedented security. Extremely important: Unlike using Cloud services you, and nobody else, can touch that data! 🛡️ Work with Confidence Collaborate with third parties effortlessly, knowing that your data is in safe hands. Data Gate gives you the confidence to share business data securely, encouraging business development without compromising on security. 🔐 Your Data, Your Control The solution boasts a powerful internal auditing tool that allows you to track and trace everything within the Data Gate environment. Ready to redefine your #dataexchangepolicies?  Explore the unparalleled capabilities of Data Gate by Data Rover. Do you want to see Data Rover’s Data Gate in action!? We’ll organise a test. Contact us thru our website. #YourDataYourSuccess #datamanagement #cybersecurity #intellectualproperty #crownjewel

✒️Free thoughts on #ITsecurity 📍The Unattainable Ideal: #AbsoluteSecurity Information security, despite being an ever-evolving field, is marked by one undeniable truth: absolute security in IT does not exist. Every system, no matter how robust, is susceptible to compromise due to vulnerabilities, bugs, misconfigurations, or misuse. New attack vectors emerge daily as technology evolves, creating an ongoing arms race between defenders and attackers. This inherent imperfection is not a failure of IT security but a reality that points out its critical importance. 📍The Goal: Making Breaches Costlier and Less Attractive In light of the impossibility of perfect security, the primary objective of information security shifts from "eliminating all risks" to "#managingrisks effectively". The goal is to make it prohibitively difficult, time-consuming, and costly for attackers to breach a system. Attackers are pragmatic: they seek the path of least resistance. If one target proves too challenging, they will likely move to another, easier one. This approach emphasises #resilience over perfection. 📍The Foundation of Security: Proper #Configuration and #Education Achieving resilience involves two key components: 🔹Setting Up Systems Correctly A significant proportion of security incidents stem not from complex exploits but from simple #misconfigurations. Improperly set permissions on files, folders, and devices can create unnecessary vulnerabilities. Regular audits of access controls, diligent patch management, and adherence to the principle of #leastprivilege are vital practices to minimise exposure. 🔸Educating Users Even the most secure system can be undermined by #humanerror. Users are often the weakest link in security, making education a critical component of any #securitystrategy. Awareness campaigns, training sessions, and clear communication about risks can empower users to act as the first line of defence. Education should focus also on recognising and reporting suspicious activities. 👉Conclusion In the face of the inevitability of vulnerabilities, the true challenge of information security lies in building systems and practices that are resilient enough to deter attackers. Proper configuration and user education serve as pillars of this effort, reducing the risk of exploitation and enhancing overall security posture.  By making security a shared responsibility and an ongoing priority, we can mitigate risks and create systems that are as secure as realistically possible. Ultimately, information security is a journey rather than a destination, one that requires constant vigilance, adaptability, and collaboration. ❓ With this in mind, how can we further balance the technical and human aspects of security to build a culture of resilience in the ever-changing landscape of #cybersecurity? #YourDataYourSuccess

🔒 Data Rover Compelling Reason #5 Streamline #IdentityManagement So, you want to be sure your data is in the right hands? Data Rover is a solution to help you manage people better in a business relationship. It enables you to avoid making mistakes or forgetting to correct human oversight through misconfiguration and lack of control over your data. Say goodbye to mistakes and misconfigurations that can hinder your progress. Ready to master the art of people management in business? Do you want to see Data Rover in action!? We’ll organise a test. Contact us thru our website. #YourDataYourSuccess #datamanagement #peoplemanagement #humanerror #misconfiguration #DataGovernance #AccessManagement #DataCompliance #DataPrivacy #EnterpriseSecurity

⚖️The Delicate Balance #SecuringInformation Without #HinderingProductivity For any modern organisation, information is an invaluable asset. It is know-how, projects, patents, critical strategic data, and even the regular day-to-day business data: essentially summed up as the #crownjewels that demand the due level of protection. As such, information security naturally rises to the top of corporate priorities. While external cyber threats garner significant attention, internal risks (malicious or careless employee actions) are equally concerning. To address this, many companies adopt #zerotrustpolicies, implementing stringent control points even within their own networks. However, this approach often introduces an unintended side effect: employees can find their workflows disrupted. Frequent warnings, access restrictions, and invasive prompts create friction, reducing productivity and fostering frustration. Is this simply the unavoidable cost of strong security... or can we do better? If you are interested, find out how 👉 https://lnkd.in/dHjqU9y7 #YourDataYourSuccess #cybersecurity #datamanagement #identityaccess #zerotrust

🔒 Data Rover Compelling Reason #4 Defend Your Business and Reputation! In today's digital age, protecting your business isn't just a choice. It's a necessity! Data Rover protects your #business and #reputation. It gives you knowledge and facts about your data content and credentials set up, your user behaviour patterns, and primarily it gives you the ability to take control. Data Rover helps save you from nasty business surprises. Did you know? A single #databreach can lead to catastrophic consequences. 60% of SMBs close after a breach, and 81% of clients never return. Data Rover is your ally against such statistics, ensuring your company stays resilient in the face of cyber threats. Ready to fortify your defences and avoid nasty business surprises? Do you want to see Data Rover in action!? We’ll organise a test. Contact us thru our website. #YourDataYourSuccess #datamanagement #cybersecurity #intellectualproperty #dataleakage  #dataprotection

💡Understanding the importance of #EffectivePermissions  ✅The Key to Robust #AccessControl Imagine a world in which no security were enforced, no restrictions of any type, no secrets, no competition, no greed, no envy, no keys for the house or car.  Everything left totally open and free to be used by anyone.  That would be a utopia. The world we live in does not accommodate such environments.  In the world of #ITsecurity, managing who has access to which resources is a critical aspect of protecting data and preventing unauthorised activities. Information is an incredibly valuable asset for any modern company: it's the company's know-how, the #intellectualproperty. Data and Information are the company's #crownjewels! The never-ending challenge is to protect and exploit that data! By doing so the company has better chances of success and staff are far more loyal and proactive. Effective permissions, that are the actual access level a user has to files and folders, are central to this task. Effective permissions are the combination of explicitly assigned permissions, #inheritedpermissions, and group membership. By understanding and correctly applying these permissions, organisations can create a secure access control system that adapts to both organisational and user needs. Visit the link ➡ https://lnkd.in/dvXQEiYF for these additional insights: 📍What Are Effective Permissions? 📍Why Proper Permission Settings and Regular Checks Are Essential 📍Calculating Effective Permissions: How Permissions Are Combined 📍The Complexity of Permission Inheritance 📍Special Permissions and Their Risks 📍Tools for Determining Effective Permissions 📍Best Practices for Implementing Effective Permissions 📍Common Pitfalls in Permissions Management It’s better to be safe than sorry.  User #accessrights to #corporatedata is a very delicate issue and must never be underestimated. A company’s success depends largely on how well it is managed and how well the assets are protected. #YourDataYourSuccess #datamanagement #cybersecurity

🔒 Data Rover Compelling Reason #3 Eliminate #DataClutter, Improve Efficiency Is your company free of #junkdata? Data chaos can seriously jeopardise your company's efficiency and profitability. When your stored Data is an uncontrolled mix of valuable business information, together with a slew of old, abandoned, duplicate, non-business pertinent rubbish your chances of efficiency, profitability, and success are 10% you win, 90% you lose. Data Rover helps you reverse that mess and waste of money by sorting out and protecting your data. The route to success is through being able to apply a valid #corporatedatapolicy. Ready to reclaim the 90% for success? Experience the transformative power of Data Rover. 🌐 Explore more at www.data-rover.com Do you want to see Data Rover in action!? We’ll organise a test. Contact us thru our website. #YourDataYourSuccess #datamanagement #cybersecurity #intellectualproperty #darkdata

🔑 #AccessControlLists: Your First Line of Defence Confidentiality is one of the fundamental principles of #informationsecurity, along with integrity and availability. It involves protecting information from being disclosed to unauthorised individuals, ensuring only authorised personnel can access specific data. Imagine waking up to a headline in the press announcing that your company has been subject to a #databreach, exposing confidential information to the world. One of the first lines of defence in the realm of information security is Access Control Lists (#ACLs). These tools play a pivotal role in safeguarding data, preventing unauthorised access, and maintaining confidentiality. By applying ACLs to restrict employees' access to files —  by following the “least privilege model” — IT admins can implement measures to maintain the confidentiality of classified information. Establishing a company-wide data security and management policy is the foundation for your organisation's data. While it may seem that ACLs are an old-fashioned approach to information security, they serve as the front line of defence. 👥 “INTENDED ACCESS” vs “ACTUAL ACCESS” It's essential to understand that raw ACLs alone can sometimes create a false sense of security. The key is always to evaluate the #EffectivePermissions on files and folders. Raw ACLs represent the intended access, but effective permissions reflect actual access. Why is this differentiation so critical? Want to know more? Check out the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d9ZPZ4B7 #YourDataYourSuccess #datamanagement #cybersecurity

🔒 Data Rover Compelling Reason #2  Do you think the cost of protecting and managing business data is TOO MUCH! The answer is YES, it is. But, Data Rover smashes that cost right down Managing intricate systems, juggling costs, and relying on a patchwork of tools can expose your business to unnecessary risks. Furthermore, given the high #TCO, companies tend not to buy multiple tools and consequently expose themselves to more danger by relying on a single supplier.  Data Rover instead is built out of a #frameworktechnology, making it far more versatile, scaleable, and powerful. It's straightforward and hyper-accurate.  The TCO of Data Rover is much lower than all other security software vendors, and so its added value is therefore much higher. Ready to manage and protect your data without the hefty price tag? Do you want the proof? We’ll organise a test. Contact us thru our website. #YourDataYourSuccess #datamanagement #cybersecurity