We increasingly store our lives, both work and personal, on our devices. Laptops, phones, tablets: all of those hold everything from confidential work documents to personal memories and login credentials.

Organizations must ensure they are following best practices to protect sensitive information, whether it’s customer data, financial records, or internal communications. Two of the most recognized security and compliance standards are ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certifications. These frameworks help companies safeguard data, build trust with clients, and demonstrate a commitment to securing their business.

Can you remember the last time you restarted your computer? Nowadays, our devices—whether smartphones, laptops, or desktops—are constantly running. Many of us leave them on for days, weeks, or even months without thinking about the importance of a simple reboot. However, regularly restarting your device is more than just a way to refresh performance—it plays an important role in device security.

The modern workplace is evolving. There is a big shift towards remote work and flexibility, which reflects in an approach known as Bring Your Own Device (BYOD).

Browsers are our gateway to the internet. We use them for communication, collaboration, and productivity— whether through video meetings, email, or calendars. As more applications shift to the web, browsers become more complex pieces of software. They don’t just render web pages; they also interact with our devices, access files, use APIs, and manage permissions.

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Investing in a robust device security solution is an investment in the growth and reputation of your business. Just as a high-end retail store installs top-tier security systems to protect its valuable product, companies must secure their data to maintain trust and ensure seamless operations. A well-secured business not only prevents risks but also does this efficiently, setting the stage for long-term success.

Cybersecurity is evolving rapidly, but so are the threats that target organizations. While many companies already have strong security measures in place, some gaps still remain overlooked. These blind spots can expose sensitive data to risk, making it critical for CISOs to assess and address them.

Traditional security operations, reliant on a lot of manual processes, are struggling to keep up with the number of threats, alerts, and compliance requirements, leading to inefficiencies and heightened risks. Fortunately, automation is stepping in as a game-changer, improving security operations and enabling IT professionals to focus on what truly matters.

Modern software evolves constantly—new features, improvements, and bug fixes roll out every day. But with millions of lines of code in modern applications, mistakes are inevitable. Some of these mistakes lead to security vulnerabilities that can be used by malicious parties, to, for example, steal data or deploy ransomware. When these vulnerabilities are officially tracked, either because they are reported by the company itself or by independent security researchers (ethical hackers), they get assigned a Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) identifier.

Software with system-level permissions, such as your operating system or internet browser, has easy access to your data and device features. If a vulnerability is discovered, it can be exploited to gain control over these access rights and permissions, potentially leading to significant security risks. This is why hackers actively target even the smallest vulnerabilities in such software.