As more companies move their data to the cloud, document management logistics have shifted to a digital security model. Solutions such as Google Drive and other cloud services seem more and more appealing. But with new technologies come new vulnerabilities. Make sure you and your team are vigilant in protecting your data security when making use of the cloud.
What Hackers Are Looking For
Cloud infrastructure is an amazing and cost-saving way for many companies to store their data. Information such as customer data, system data, processes, financials, human resource information, and more are all conveniently stored off-premise. This helps companies save money, space, and even manage their data overall. The problem is that out of sight should not mean out of mind. Hackers and cyber criminals are actively seeking out this type of information on a large scale.
Access to employee or client information (such as names, addresses, and social security numbers) can lead to identity theft. Hacking of confidential business financial information or processes can result in cyber espionage, ransom, or even the release of damaging trade secrets. With all that valuable information gathered in one (sometimes easily accessible) off site location, criminals are looking at cloud infrastructure as the information mother-load and are working hard to gain access to confidential information.
The Vulnerabilities of Cloud Infrastructure
Just as they did when businesses were relying on physical data centers, cyber-criminals are most attracted to hacking opportunities with a high data pay-off. Hackers see that cloud infrastructure is a growing trend in data storage. They are quick to capitalize on immature systems and security protocols. Many companies mistakenly assume that cloud providers manage all security needs. This isn’t always the case. Businesses need to take extra steps to ensure information they store online is protected from cyber-attacks. Hackers are using increasingly advanced techniques to infiltrate the online networks of their targets. They often work in organized groups of cyber-criminals with multiple members each bringing their own unique skills to the group. Hackers are approaching their trade in a more systematic and organized manner that far outpaces the threat of lone, smash-and-grab attacks of the past.
What is an Appropriate Response?
While hackers are targeting cloud infrastructure, don’t think that on-premises infrastructure is no longer at risk. This information simply shows that companies need to be thinking of digital security on every level, including the new ones. The key to protecting your data is developing the knowledge of how and where attackers can infiltrate your systems. Deploying the right security tools and investing in the right resources to keep your critical data protected in the long and short terms.
In general, the management of sensitive information in a secure and cost efficient manner benefits greatly from the partnership of a responsible document management service provider such as Happy Faces Records Management. The security and convenience of a document management partner protects your company from security violations and helps maintain security as a high priority. Call today to talk with a representative.
