October 14, 2024
United States

Guarding Against Data Breaches: The Role of Continuous Monitoring

In today’s digital age, businesses face a growing number of threats that can compromise sensitive company data. From malware to insider threats, the risk of breaches is always looming. However, while IT teams are often focused on monitoring network activity, threats can also arise from within the company. Continuous Employee & Data monitoring is a powerful tool to add an extra layer of protection and ensure that both employees and external actors are not compromising valuable data.

Employee monitoring and data protection go hand in hand. Here we explain how you can safeguard your business using RemoteDesk’s AI-driven Continuous monitoring solutions and provide four key steps to enhance your data security.

What is Employee Monitoring?

Employee monitoring involves using software to oversee employee activities, prevent data breaches, and improve productivity. It provides insights into work trends, process optimization, and data security. Organizations implement monitoring solutions to ensure that employees handle sensitive data appropriately and to identify security risks before they escalate into larger problems.

With tools like RemoteDesk, businesses can ensure compliance with industry standards such as HIPAA and PCI DSS, while continuously verifying employee activity in a non-invasive manner. This AI-powered solution helps companies balance employee privacy with robust security.

What is Data Protection and Why Is It Important?

Data protection encompasses all the measures, policies, and procedures used to safeguard company, employee, and customer information. With the rise of sophisticated cyberattack methods, protecting sensitive data has never been more critical. As of 2024, 75% of U.S. companies are at risk of cyberattacks, with the average data breach costing over $4.45 million per incident.

Beyond financial repercussions, the damage to a company's reputation can be even more devastating. Businesses that fail to comply with data protection regulations, like the GDPR or CCPA, can face hefty fines, lawsuits, and long-term loss of customer trust.

Fortunately, advanced tools like RemoteDesk’s AI Continuous Face verification solution offer businesses a comprehensive way to protect their data from any internal and external threats.

4 Ways RemoteDesk’s AI-Powered Monitoring Enhances Data Protection

1. Real-Time Alerts for Suspicious Behavior with Camera Block Detection & Spoof Detection

Preventing accidental data breaches is essential, as studies show that 70% of breaches are caused by employee errors. RemoteDesk’s Camera Block Detection & Alert and Spoof Detection features provide real-time surveillance, flagging any attempts at unauthorized access or suspicious behavior. Recent data from 2023 revealed that 55% of companies reported breaches caused by human error, making real-time monitoring a vital part of cybersecurity.

2. Limit Access to Sensitive Data with Compliance Dashboard Monitoring

Too much access to sensitive resources can expose businesses to risk. With RemoteDesk’s Compliance Dashboard, organizations can monitor app and tool usage to ensure employees only have access to the resources they need. According to a recent Forbes report, 82% of security breaches in 2023 involved compromised employee credentials, emphasizing the importance of closely managing access to sensitive data.

3. Enhance Remote Work Security with Continuous Facial Verification and Mobile Camera Detection

The rise of remote work has led to a 67% increase in cyberattacks on off-site workers since 2020, and 60% of employees admit to accessing company data from unsecured public WiFi. RemoteDesk’s Continuous Facial Verificationand Mobile Camera Detection allow organizations to securely verify employees, mitigating risks by tracking work environments and potential security threats like Shoulder Surfing. This is especially critical as 69% of companies now support hybrid or fully remote work arrangements.

4. Monitor Unusual Data Sharing Activities with User Presence and Imposter Detection

Small, seemingly insignificant data leaks can escalate into major breaches. 80% of breaches in 2023 started from minor incidents, like unauthorized document sharing. RemoteDesk’s User Presence Detection and Imposter Detection allow employers to detect unusual file-sharing activities and flag suspicious behaviors, ensuring that only authorized individuals access sensitive documents. This approach is vital, as 75% of data breaches involve some form of insider threat, either accidental or malicious.

Best Practices for AI Continuous Monitoring

When implementing an Continuous monitoring system like RemoteDesk, consider the following to ensure both security and compliance:

  • Legal Compliance: Monitoring employees is legal in the U.S., but you must have a valid reason, such as data protection. For companies with employees in Europe, ensure compliance with GDPR regulations.
  • Respect Employee Privacy: Protect employee personal data by only collecting information that supports business operations and security. Use continuous facial recognition for compliance and data protection but avoid more invasive practices like keylogging or video surveillance.
  • Transparency: Clearly communicate your monitoring policies to employees, so they understand the importance of monitoring for security and compliance purposes.

How RemoteDesk Can Help Protect Your Company’s Data

Continuous employee monitoring is an indispensable component of modern data protection strategies. With RemoteDesk, businesses can safeguard sensitive information, ensure compliance with data protection regulations, and build a culture of trust and security.

Don't wait for security risks to impact your business. Start protecting your company today with RemoteDesk’s AI-driven employee monitoring solution. Our platform strikes the right balance between security and privacy, allowing your business to thrive in today’s digital landscape.

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