IT security: no reason to hyperventilate
The recently published IBM X-Force Threat Intelligence Quarterly concludes that cybercriminals stole at least one billion digital records containing personal information in 2014. In addition, IBM researchers say they have never recorded as many incidents as last year.
When cross-reading various magazines and portals on the subject of IT security, it seems to be the norm these days to scare readers as much as possible about (potential) dangers. Malware in any form, DDoS attacks, backdoors - the common user is apparently safe neither from cyber gangsters nor from spying governments. But what reactions does this kind of reporting provoke in readers? Partly resignation along the lines of "There's nothing we can do anyway," or even a diffuse feeling of panic: "How are we supposed to protect ourselves from so many threats?" The supposed solution: It is best to invest in as many solutions as possible that cover all the areas that need to be protected.
Prophylactic thinking in all its glory, but rushing into the purchase of any security products will hardly bring the desired protection, not to mention the presumably too high costs. The market for security solutions has grown considerably in recent years, not least because of the pessimistic forecasts, and at the same time it has become more confusing. A first step towards an adequate security concept can be to approach an independent consultant, e.g. from a system house. These experts have in-depth, up-to-date knowledge of the market and solution areas. A detailed discussion and an analysis of the current situation subsequently provide a clear picture of what is needed or perhaps even superfluous. In addition, customers benefit from comprehensive support during selection, installation and training in the use of the solutions.
By Peter Schneider, sysob IT Distribution
