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More connected, less secure: Addressing IoT and OT threats to the enterprise

CIO Business Intelligence

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a permanent fixture for consumers and enterprises as the world becomes more and more interconnected. Malware is the top threat to IoT/OT With so many vulnerabilities plaguing IoT devices, these devices are attractive and relatively easy entry points into corporate networks for attackers.

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Fixed wireless access (FWA) is a secure networking option

CIO Business Intelligence

This shows that many modern cyber security challenges are network-agnostic, which means the most popular cyber attack methods typically don’t focus on the network technology the company uses to access the internet. The need for improved rural internet service has been recognized by both governments and businesses alike.

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Web browsers: Reimagining remote work needs at the enterprise level

CIO Business Intelligence

Traditionally viewed as a mere window to the internet, the browser could be more aptly likened to a door – offering entry points for bad actors into devices, activities, and data. In fact, according to Verizon’s Data Breach Investigation Report , over 80% of security incidents originated from web applications in 2023.

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Why You Need to Get on the Zero Trust Network Access Express Lane

CIO Business Intelligence

Today’s work from anywhere culture, escalating ransomware, and an explosion of Internet of Things (IoT) devices are among the trends that are driving enterprises to rethink their approach to secure network access. VPNs typically don’t scan for viruses or other malware. Improved control over data.

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Why you must extend Zero Trust to public cloud workloads

CIO Business Intelligence

Why securing cloud workloads is an urgent matter In recent years, major cloud service providers encountered 6,000 malware samples actively communicating with them, underlining the magnitude of cloud security challenges. 3 We have seen an increase of 15% in cloud security breaches as compared to last year. 8 Complexity.

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How TCS is helping to fight financial crime with AI and Microsoft Cloud

CIO Business Intelligence

Thwarting financial crime is never easy, but by adopting the right cloud infrastructure and strategically deploying artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, financial institutions can get ahead of bad actors, gaining insight into their tactics, discovering their activity sooner, and preventing attacks before they lead to a loss.

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A CIO primer on addressing perceived AI risks

CIO Business Intelligence

Personal computers, then the internet, and then smartphones all led to opportunities for computer-augmented humanity. Business leaders can focus on building a stronger, more competitive business by using AI capabilities to augment and empower their employees. Here’s how to go about it. Risks perceived by an average schmo 1.