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A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
Copyright © 2010 Virya Technologies
A Basic Guide to the Importance of Data Security and Control
A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
Data Security is the subject of renewed focus within many areas of the population.
As a result, the potential cost of any loss can be very substantial.
A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
Sensitive Data can take many forms;
Customer Information Employee Information Commercially Sensitive
Contract Information Product Information Results of Research
Government Controlled Information
A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
As well as being protected by the terms of your employment contract, sensitive data may be protected by law;
The Data Protection Act 1998
Losses punishable by a fine of up to £500,000
The Official Secrets Act 1989
Unauthorised Disclosure may result in a custodial sentence
A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
Loss of sensitive data may also cause harm to the business;
Loss of reputation
Destruction of customer trust
Competitors may become privy to confidential product information
Loss of Business
Large Financial Penalties
A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
Data losses may occur as the result of;
Lost/Stolen Laptops
Lost/Stolen Removeable Media
Intercepted unencrypted communications (e-mail, fax, FTP etc)
'Oversharing' of Information
A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
Preventing Data Loss;
All sensitive data should be encrypted
Extra care should be taken with removable media
Only send the information that the recipient needs and is authorised to view
Use the most appropriate communication tool for the data required (i.e. Recorded courier rather than e-mail)
A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
Key Facts;
In a 2010 study by BlockMaster
58% of users considered a broken laptop more concerning than data loss
30% were more concerned with whether or not they would be snowed in overnight
42% were more concerned about losing christmas presents
Loss of data could cost your employer £500,000. A broken laptop may cost just £1000.
A User's Guide to Data Security and Control
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