Malicious insiders exist among us, and sometimes, we hire them. Like a demon in disguise, they trick us into trusting them. Then, they treat themselves to confidential company data. As a trusted employee, it’s unnerving to know that something evil might be lurking in the cubicle next to you. What is more spine-chilling is that the insider threat can be anyone… even you! So, read on, and learn how to protect yourself from becoming an unintentional insider threat.
Unintentional Insider Threats are Just as Spooky as malicious Insiders
Ignorance isn’t bliss when it comes to protecting your organisations most precious assets. Ignorance is RISK. So, even if there is no malicious intent, like losing your smart phone with your e-mail automatically signed in, you’re a cyber security risk. Maybe it’s stolen (but let’s hope it is not) and ends up in the hands of a criminal. The fact that they can now communicate as you from your business e-mail account (thus stealing your identity) is a problem for you and your company.
As a result, you are an insider threat – even if it is accidental.
Ghoulishly Good Ways to Avoid Becoming an Accidental Insider Risk
Unintentional actions, such as carelessness, can cost your organisation lots of money. Similarly, it can cost you your job. Want to remain ahead of the hocus pocus? Then implement these witchcraft-proof workplace insider threat best practices:
Practice Cyber Safety on Social Media
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