The best way to prevent data breaches? It's not what you think

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The best way to prevent data breaches? It's not what you think

Data security breaches seem to be popping up almost daily. From the 2015 IRS breach, to the hacking of federal government employees’ data by China, it’s clear much of our most important data are at risk. Yet, one of the most obvious frontline defenses is often overlooked.

When people think of hacking attempts, Hollywood makes it seem that it’s a matter of overcoming a computer system or firewall through some brilliant algorithm or brute force attack. But in reality, the easiest way to hack into an organization is through its employees.