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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Bitglass?
Data Protection

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Bitglass?

Bitglass senior director of marketing, Jonathan Andresen, discusses insider attacks and best cybersecurity solutions.

By Nick Forrester • 1 min read • Tue, 29th Sep 2020
The SASE triangle: How a CASB protects managed apps
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

The SASE triangle: How a CASB protects managed apps

Cloud migration and remote work create security challenges for Asia-Pacific organizations, making a comprehensive approach to data protection crucial.

By Will Houcheime • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2020
Average cost of insider attack $2 million - Bitglass
Cybersecurity

Average cost of insider attack $2 million - Bitglass

Insider attacks cost enterprises up to $US2 million, with careless or malicious employees posing significant risks, says Bitglass report.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Sep 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – F-Secure talks APTs and the Lazarus Group
Firewalls

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – F-Secure talks APTs and the Lazarus Group

F-Secure, a Europe-based cybersecurity firm, discusses findings on APTs and Lazarus Group in 10 Minute IT Jams.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
Research: 61% of companies have suffered an insider attack in last 12 months
Endpoint Protection

Research: 61% of companies have suffered an insider attack in last 12 months

New research by Bitglass reveals 61% of companies faced insider attacks in the past year, with rapid cloud migration and remote work increasing vulnerabilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
Bitglass receives US patent for SAML technology
Cloud Access Security Broker

Bitglass receives US patent for SAML technology

Bitglass secures a US patent for its SAML relay technology, enhancing transparency and real-time cloud access control, crucial amid the remote work shift.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Sep 2020
Mind the gap: Why securing the remote workforce is a peak priority
Malware

Mind the gap: Why securing the remote workforce is a peak priority

41% of businesses are yet to implement any steps to expand secure access of their remote workforces despite over 75% of employees now working from home.

By Anurag Kahol • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Aug 2020
Why enabling a remote workforce requires converging security at the edge
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Why enabling a remote workforce requires converging security at the edge

Enabling a remote workforce demands edge security convergence, blending CASB, SWG, DLP, and IAM to safeguard against both internal and external threats.

By Jonathan Andresen • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2020
BYOD security in remote work era still riddled with issues
Data Loss Prevention

BYOD security in remote work era still riddled with issues

BYOD security remains fraught with risks in the remote work era, as Bitglass' latest report highlights major gaps in corporate data protection efforts.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Jul 2020
Why enabling a remote workforce requires converging security at the edge
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Why enabling a remote workforce requires converging security at the edge

CASB and SASE solutions are crucial for protecting enterprise data from both insider and outsider threats, says report.

By Jonathan Andresen • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jul 2020
Bitglass deepens integration with MFA vendor Duo Security
Multi-factor authentication

Bitglass deepens integration with MFA vendor Duo Security

Bitglass has announced a deepened integration with Duo Security, now part of Cisco, as it looks to strengthen security for the modern workforce.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2020
Security spotlight on recent breaches highlights need for effective CASBs
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Security spotlight on recent breaches highlights need for effective CASBs

Recent major data breaches affecting millions highlight the urgent need for effective CASBs to safeguard against threats, especially in BYOD environments.

By Juan Lugo • 7 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2020
Bitglass launches local edge data centres in Australia
Software-as-a-Service

Bitglass launches local edge data centres in Australia

Bitglass has launched local edge data centres in Melbourne and Perth, enhancing cloud security performance for users across Australia and New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2020
Months on, many organisations still don't have secure remote access - report
Malware

Months on, many organisations still don't have secure remote access - report

Despite remote work becoming the norm, 41% of organisations haven't bolstered secure remote access, says Bitglass report; 65% risk data on personal devices.

By Nick Forrester • 2 min read • Thu, 28th May 2020
A definitive guide to cloud access security brokers
Cloud Access Security Broker

A definitive guide to cloud access security brokers

As enterprises migrate to cloud apps like Microsoft 365, security concerns rise. Learn how Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASBs) ensure data protection.

By Dave Shephard • 6 min read • Wed, 20th May 2020
Bitglass & CrowdStrike develop agentless ATP defender
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Bitglass & CrowdStrike develop agentless ATP defender

Bitglass and CrowdStrike have partnered to create an agentless advanced threat protection solution for cloud applications and devices.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 18th May 2020
How to stay in control of a cloud strategy
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

How to stay in control of a cloud strategy

Shift to cloud computing in workplaces heightens data leak risks, highlights need for robust security measures.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2020
How to defend cloud environments against insider threats
Identity and Access Management

How to defend cloud environments against insider threats

Let's discuss the main types of insider threats facing businesses today and explain how to mitigate their risks through various technologies.

By David Shephard • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
It's time for firms' cybersecurity credentials to take centre stage
Supply Chain

It's time for firms' cybersecurity credentials to take centre stage

Bitglass research reveals 38% of Fortune 500 firms lack a CISO, exposing vulnerabilities. Public trust now hinges on solid cybersecurity credentials.

By Anurag Kahol • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020