In startling revelations, the intricate web of international spies has woven its way into Brazil. Recent investigations have uncovered a series of covert operations orchestrated by Russian Intelligence agents under false Brazilian identities. The cases of Sergey Vladimirovich Cherkasov, Mikhail Mikushi and Gerhard Daniel Campos Wittich, shed light on the nature of Russian infiltration in […]
The Evolution of Espionage: From Cold War Politics to Modern Day Business When we think of the secretive world of Espionage, what comes to mind are the thrilling spy stories of the Cold War where the CIA and the KGB represented the “secret” front line. As an ever-evolving and adaptive field, espionage has infiltrated the […]
In today’s hyper-connected world, risk management has evolved beyond mere protection against external threats. Now, organisations must also navigate the terrain of internal threats – a task that requires setting up an Insider Risk Programme (IRP). This blog post will guide you through the crucial process of effectively communicating the necessity, benefits, and implementation of […]
Insider threat indicators – How can you detect insider threats? In today’s digitally driven world, insider threat indicators have become a crucial focal point for organisations. With the proliferation of cyber threats and the ever-evolving landscape of digital security, insider threat indicators are no longer a luxury; they are a necessity. These indicators can provide […]
Insider Risk in Pop Culture: Lessons from Movies and TV on Trust and Security As a pop culture enthusiast, I’ve always been fascinated by how insider risk is portrayed in movies, television, and books. From ruthless corporate espionage to heartbreaking betrayals among friends. The portrayal of insider threats in popular culture offers a wealth of […]
In the financial services sector, insiders have been a longstanding problem. In the past, it was individual crooks or gangs making alliances with disgruntled bank tellers, security guards, and vulnerable employees. However, in today’s information age, the situation is even more dangerous. Insiders now have extensive knowledge of their organisation’s practices, systems, and applications, allowing […]
In today’s digital age, organisations have access to a vast amount of sensitive data, from customer information to trade secrets. Protecting this data is a critical task, but sometimes, the biggest threat can come from within the organisation. This is known as insider risk.
Unprecedented geopolitical changes and security threats have alerted many Western countries to espionage at the level of the Cold War.
In September, during the Insider Threat Awareness Month, we saw many distinguished leaders in the field deliver key presentations. As a kickoff for the month, our CEO Elsine van Os delivered a short blog post focusing on the earliest prevention of insider threat in the workplace. What more have we learned about this particular topic? We have summarised some key lessons and thoughts from the SBS Summit presentations for you here.
Today is the start of Insider Threat Awareness Month. I would like to contribute to this month by discussing the ways in which we as organizations, leaders and colleagues could prevent insider threats arising in the workplace at its earliest stages. And not by looking at the potential insider but by looking at ourselves. By Elsine […]
