Recent international incidents have heightened the importance of information technology security. But increased security doesn't have to be at the expense of end user's privacy, argues an Australian CIO.
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Technology has become an increasingly vital tool in the international fight to uproot terrorist financial networks, and measures are being taken to help financial institutions mine their customer data. What are the implications regarding consumer privacy?
Senior leadership wants objective measurement; peer managers don't understand that their participation is necessary; users continually do foolish things; the threats are changing daily; and many organisations are forced to do more with fewer people. Is it any wonder that security managers are overworked and overwhelmed?
What types of cybercrime occur in Australia and what are the authorities doing to combat the problem? To what extent is this new form of crime impacting on our lives and our livelihood? How exposed is your business to the threat of cybercrime and what can you do minimise the risks? Learn more in the first part or our Cybercrime Down Under special report.
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Recent international incidents have heightened the importance of information technology security. But increased security doesn't have to be at the expense of end user's privacy, argues an Australian CIO.
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