As cyberattacks increase in frequency and severity, organizations are under growing pressure to protect sensitive data and act quickly when there is a breach. In 2024, the United States experienced over 3,200 publicly reported data breaches that affected over 350 million individuals, a staggering reminder of the scale of this threat. Yet, responding to breaches […]
In today’s digital world, data privacy is more than a concern, it’s a necessity. From identity theft to corporate espionage, the risk of sensitive information falling into the wrong hands has never been higher. Relying solely on software-based security measures is no longer enough. Hackers continue to grow more sophisticated, and even physical theft of […]
Opal Lock offers robust encryption and security for self-encrypting drives (SEDs), ensuring data protection across a wide range of compatible devices. To help you get started, we’ve broken down some common questions into an easy-to-understand guide. Opal Lock is compatible with TCG drives, which are designed to meet industry security standards. If you’re unsure whether […]
In a recent incident, Boston Children’s Hospital faced a significant data breach after a laptop was stolen from a staff member attending a conference in Buenos Aires. The laptop, although password-protected, was not encrypted, leaving sensitive patient information vulnerable. The stolen laptop contained an email attachment with the names, medical record numbers, birth dates, diagnoses, […]
Whether you have never considered your personal security before or have been meaning to do so for a while, this is the year to make your data security resolutions a reality. Spamming, phishing, and ransomware are real-world threats that every internet user faces on a daily basis. Passwords continue to leak in massive corporate breaches, […]
Laptops have become an integral part of our lives, serving as our portable offices, entertainment centers, and storage hubs for sensitive data. However, the alarming frequency of laptop thefts and data breaches highlights the critical need for robust security measures. Here are some shocking laptop security statistics that underscore the importance of safeguarding your valuable […]
Turns out that the years of eBay warning prospective vendors of making sure their laptops and storage devices have been wiped clean to keep deleted files from being recovered probably fell on a ton of deaf ears. Files Easily Recovered from Discarded Hard Drives There’s a worrying trend happening that you should be aware of. […]
It does not matter if it’s a personal laptop or one you use for work, your laptop is your lifeline to so many things. It helps you to stay connected, but it also has a lot of information about you stored in it. If you lose it, or your laptop is stolen, you are at […]
Where does data go when it’s no longer needed? Data Sanitization to Prevent Waste! Companies often have untold terabytes of data stored on hard drives that they no longer have a use for, but it’s still essential that the data isn’t accessible. Why Should You Sanitize Hard Drives, Not Destroy Them? Unfortunately, this has led […]
