Cybersecurity
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Cybersecurity encompasses all the means that ensure the protection and integrity of data, sensitive or not, within a digital infrastructure. The notion of cybersecurity comes into play repeatedly thanks to the digital transformation of companies, which are generalizing the use of IT tools and communication via the Internet.
What is cybersecurity?
Data management is made possible by cybersecurity in ideal and secure circumstances. It allows the protection of information systems and data that circulate against those who are called cyber criminals. The computer skills acquired by attackers are risks that should not be taken lightly.
From the installation of antivirus to the configuration of servers, or even the guarding of data centers and offices, IT security impacts all professions.
In addition to cyberattacks, cybersecurity allows the implementation of processes with employees for the establishment of good practices. Indeed, human errors are real sources of data leaks.
Raising team awareness of phishing or identity theft issues is an important component of an IT security policy.
Among the cybersecurity mechanisms, we can cite:
- identification processes,
- encryption of data and connections,
- the processes for monitoring and measuring the mechanisms put in place,
- constant software updates
- the implementation of systems allowing the rapid recovery of sensitive data in the event of technical problems,
- etc
Cybersecurity for businesses
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Companies need reliable and efficient cybersecurity processes to work in good conditions. The protection of sensitive data is essential to guarantee the integrity of each employee, but also customers and partners.
In addition, as an entrepreneur, the law requires the implementation of all technical and organizational means to guarantee cybersecurity relating to personal data. Consultation by unauthorized third parties is inconceivable.
Cybersecurity and Challenges For The Processing of Personal Data
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The collection and management of personal data from users of an online service (application, website, etc.) is a valuable resource for managing a company’s actions. Marketing analysis and the deployment of actions for a better customer experience are based on personal data, whether empirically or more precisely.
To guarantee the confidentiality and integrity of user data, their use by companies is extremely controlled. Each process of collecting, archiving, and use must be justified and deliberately accepted by the user.
The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) requires companies to set up precise and demanding data management processes. Ensuring cybersecurity is essential to protect the information collected.
Who is responsible for cybersecurity?
In a company, managers are responsible for the integrity and confidentiality of the data that circulates for its activity. As an employer, it is also about protecting employees concerning their personal information.
Companies can internalize skills in the field of cybersecurity thanks to a DSI (Information Systems Department). The intervention of an outside expert is also a good practice. Indeed, IT audits allow the control and analysis of the processes put in place to ensure optimal cybersecurity.