Introduction Every two weeks, we bring you a round-up of cases and stories that caught our attention in the realm of Insider Risk. For weeks 47-48, we will be exploring the most diverse range of cases yet, spanning from corrupt police workers compromising international investigations to online meeting blunders. Case I: Uniformed Criminal Earlier this […]
Navigating Rogue Waves; Balancing Privacy and Security
Introduction In 2013, Edward Snowden leaked over 200,000 classified National Security Agency documents concerning widespread government surveillance practices. This propelled a debate on declining privacy in exchange for heightened provision of security into the mainstream media. The global conversation sparked by Snowden over the extent to which governments surveil their citizens is still ongoing today. […]
Insider Risk Digest: Week 45-46
Introduction In this edition of our Insider Risk Digest for weeks 45-46, we highlight a disturbing case of workplace violence, and the role that organisational culture plays in mitigating and responding to insider risk. We will also explore national security implications and the growing threat of Insider Risk, and what legislative countermeasures can be put […]
How Good Company Culture can Elevate Security
Introduction A positive company culture may seem like a cliche’ term, but it is much more. A positive working culture is not only beneficial to your organisation’s reputation, but also a critical component of your security strategy. While looking at the psychology behind insider risk, we explored the role of personal predispositions and stressors in […]
Insider Risk Digest: Week 43-44
Introduction In this edition of our Insider Risk Digest for weeks 43-44, we dissect pivotal cases from IP theft in the pharmaceutical sector to corporate espionage impacting global semiconductor competitiveness, and the use of deep fake technology for employment fraud funding missile programs. We explore how these insider risks shape strategic business outcomes and national […]
What is UEBA? Unpacking User and Entity Behavior Analytics
Introduction In today’s digital landscape, keeping security threats at bay is a continuous challenge. As cyber threats evolve, traditional security measures often fall short. This calls for a more insightful approach to cybersecurity, introducing User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) into the spotlight. Understanding UEBA User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) takes cybersecurity a notch […]
Insider Risk Digest: Week 41-42
Fourth Edition: Insider Highlights Every two weeks, we bring you a round-up of cases and stories that caught our attention in the realm of Insider Risk. In the fourth edition of our Insider Risk Digest, we will be exploring emerging covert recruitment techniques, and how insider risk affects organisation’s workforces and third parties from top to […]
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill’s Relevance to Insider Risk Management
Introduction The UK government has rolled out the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill, a move aimed at shielding the financial landscape from unlawful activities. While its main target is money laundering, the bill also shines a light on insider risk management within organisations. The ‘Failure to Prevent’ Framework At the heart of the bill […]
Insider Risk Digest: Week 39-40
Insider Highlights: Every two weeks, we bring you a round-up of the cases and stories that caught our attention in the realm of insider risk. In this third edition of the Insider Risk Digest, we will be exploring the first landmark Canadian trial for breaches of classified information, Airport and Port infiltration trends, and one […]
Understanding Human Risk: How It Intersects with Insider Risk
Introduction: In an era where cybersecurity threats loom large, understanding and managing the human element of security is crucial. This brings us to the notion of Human Risk, a term often interchanged with Insider Risk. However, a deeper dive reveals nuanced differences and a broad spectrum where these terms overlap and interact. What is Human Risk? Human […]