The State of Information Security: Tools, Budgets, and Bandwidth
As information security risks increase, so do the rising pressures felt by IT and Security leaders. Despite solutions and teams tasked with addressing these… (more)
As information security risks increase, so do the rising pressures felt by IT and Security leaders. Despite solutions and teams tasked with addressing these… (more)
While a return-to-office (RTO) is making a comeback, one trend is here to stay: the era of hybrid and remote work was not a fleeting moment—it’s the new norm. Remote work isn’t just about cutting costs; it’s about offering teams flexibility, tapping into a global pool of talent, and rewriting the rules of what an… (more) 9 Security Tools Your IT Team Needs for Remote Work
Who has access to your company’s confidential files? This question is becoming more and more relevant as companies turn to cloud collaboration tools like Google Workspace, Microsoft OneDrive, and SharePoint. Data breaches caused by unauthorized access, what we call access risks, have risen at alarming rates as companies use collaboration tools to share files within… (more) How to Audit Sensitive Documents for Access Risks
Keeping sensitive data secure from theft and vulnerabilities can be incredibly challenging. With limited budget and bandwidth, IT and Security teams are expected to protect sensitive information while introducing strong security solutions. To protect sensitive data from getting into the wrong hands, companies first must understand what counts as sensitive data. This guide explores the… (more) The 10 Types of Sensitive Data Companies Must Protect
Employees have left companies in record numbers over the last few years due to layoffs, job changes, and new opportunities. In 2023, the tech sector alone faced more than 1,500 layoffs, affecting an average of 667 people per day. Although IT and Security teams do not have extra time or resources, they often pick up… (more) Offboarding Checklist for IT Teams
For investigations in Google Workspace, Google offers its powerful Security Investigation Tool. If you’re a super administrator on the Enterprise Plus, Education Standard, Education Plus, or Enterprise Essentials Plus plans, you can access this potent feature. The investigation tool allows administrators to conduct searches in different Google Workspace data sources including Gmail, Chrome, and Google… (more) Google Security Investigation Tool: Remove Users, Change Ownership, and More
The Google Workspace Security Investigation Tool (GSIT) is an integral part of securing every data source—from Gmail to Google Drive. Introduced in 2018, the tool helps security analysts and super administrators conduct investigations and reduce risks. Although it can be a powerful tool for investigations, Google’s security tool has its limitations. In this post, we’ll address… (more) 7 Limitations of Google’s Security Investigation Tool & How to Solve Them
The average cost of a data breach rose again in 2023, reaching a record $4.45 million worldwide. This number was an astronomical $9.44 million in the US, the highest of any country, according to IBM. The largest data breaches of 2023 affected some of the biggest companies in technology, healthcare, and even information security. At… (more) The 13 Biggest Data Breaches of 2023
The Google Workspace Security Investigation Tool has become a critical piece of the security stack for companies using Google Workspace. The tool can be used with a range of Google services, from Chrome to Gmail, helping administrators and security analysts with investigations. Administrators may use the condition builder to conduct investigations and searches within the security… (more) Google Workspace Security Investigation Tool: Guide to the Condition Builder
Data breaches and security threats are increasing, and so are their financial impacts. In 2023, the average global cost of a data breach was $4.45 million, according to IBM. In the United States, this figure soared to an alarming $9.48 million, surpassing all other countries. Beyond the financial aspect, data breaches result in reputational harm,… (more) Getting Started with the Google Workspace Security Investigation Tool
Launched in 2018, Google Workpace’s Security Investigation Tool (GSIT) was designed to assist administrators and security analysts in recognizing and remediating security threats to their company’s Google Workspace. It serves as a robust solution for conducting investigations while IT, Security, and Compliance teams work to mitigate risks within their organizations. Using GSIT is a fundamental… (more) 7 Tips for Setting up the Security Investigation Tool in Google Workspace