Intangible assets make up 80% of the value of S&P 500
companies. But less than one-third of companies protect
trade secrets. It is critical that organizations
identify, protect and understand the value of their IP.
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Leave nothing to chance when pursuing a merger, acquisition or divestment. Pre-deal, cyber security due diligence is essential. Without it, a company may unintentionally inherit cyber risks and vulnerabilities.
Organizations commonly hold false confidence in the security of retirement plans. Given the amount of data and money at stake, it is imperative to see the whole cyber picture and understand the organization's fiduciary responsibility.
For attackers seeking a substantial payday, the C-suite
is the bullseye on the target. C-level executives are 9x
more likely to be victimized. This team needs to be
secured inside and outside of the organization's digital
and physical walls.
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Internet-enabled theft, fraud and exploitation were
responsible for $2.7 billion in financial losses in
2018. For companies that work with suppliers and
vendors, business email compromise is a serious risk.
Solving the computer crime puzzle is critical.
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The cyber threat to the corporation is real and comes from many angles: class actions, regulatory fines and ratings downgrades. Public companies are accountable to timely disclosure of cyber incidents, and disclosure of risk. Solidifying the organization's cyber security posture is essential.
