1. A User's Guide to Data Security and Control Copyright © 2010 Virya Technologies A Basic Guide to the Importance of Data Security and Control

2. A User's Guide to Data Security and Control Data Security is the subject of renewed focus within many areas of the population. As a result, the potential cost of any loss can be very substantial.

3. A User's Guide to Data Security and Control Sensitive Data can take many forms; Customer Information Employee Information Commercially Sensitive Contract Information Product Information Results of Research Government Controlled Information

4. A User's Guide to Data Security and Control As well as being protected by the terms of your employment contract, sensitive data may be protected by law; The Data Protection Act 1998 Losses punishable by a fine of up to £500,000 The Official Secrets Act 1989 Unauthorised Disclosure may result in a custodial sentence

5. A User's Guide to Data Security and Control Loss of sensitive data may also cause harm to the business; Loss of reputation Destruction of customer trust Competitors may become privy to confidential product information Loss of Business Large Financial Penalties

6. A User's Guide to Data Security and Control Data losses may occur as the result of; Lost/Stolen Laptops Lost/Stolen Removeable Media Intercepted unencrypted communications (e-mail, fax, FTP etc) 'Oversharing' of Information

7. A User's Guide to Data Security and Control Preventing Data Loss; All sensitive data should be encrypted Extra care should be taken with removable media Only send the information that the recipient needs and is authorised to view Use the most appropriate communication tool for the data required (i.e. Recorded courier rather than e-mail)

8. A User's Guide to Data Security and Control Key Facts; In a 2010 study by BlockMaster 58% of users considered a broken laptop more concerning than data loss 30% were more concerned with whether or not they would be snowed in overnight 42% were more concerned about losing christmas presents Loss of data could cost your employer £500,000. A broken laptop may cost just £1000.

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