Policies and programs
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RegTech Analyst: Are banks safe in a government-backed cyberwar?
Drawbridge CISO Simon Eyre was interviewed for this article in RegTech Analyst that explores the potential for cyber warfare in an era of heightened uncertainty and geopolitical conflict. Asked about the kinds of attacks facing banks, Simon commented: “Availability of Services to the public and to businesses is a critical part of today’s modern online…
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Drawbridge Achieves SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance
Certification reaffirms Drawbridge’s continued commitment to data security and privacy for clients Drawbridge, a premier provider of cybersecurity software and solutions to the alternative investment industry, today announced their achievement of System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 type 1 compliance. This certification reflects Drawbridge’s commitment to safeguarding critical client data while helping customers bolster their…
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Six strategic cyber investments for the next six months – and beyond
The original article appears in Cybersecurity Insiders. We are in the midst of what may be a permanent shift to remote and hybrid working models. At the same time, the types of attacks businesses face continue to evolve—and the volume of attacks continues to grow. Drawbridge CEO Jason Elmer shares his take on six critical investments for…
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Privately-Backed, Midsize Companies are Becoming Targets for Hackers. Here’s How to Respond.
This week, the Wall Street Journal published an important article on cybersecurity for Private Equity and Venture Capital, with a focus on cyber risks facing Portfolio Companies. The Journal presents three key takeaways: Key Takeaways Midsize companies raising capital, or who have recently announced funding, are becoming increasingly attractive targets for hackers. A “perfect storm” of reasons…
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Real Estate Professionals and Their Cybersecurity Needs
Real estate professionals and their firms benefit greatly from robust cybersecurity measures. Cybercrime can be destructive within the real estate industry not only to firms and professions but for clients as well. Cybersecurity procedures can become a real estate professional’s best friend when it comes to keeping private information and assets safe. Real Estate Cybersecurity…
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Why Network Firewall Security is Important
A firewall can take the form of computer hardware or software, and is used to protect a firm’s network. Network firewall security is the intermediary between your network and external parties. Through firewall’s ability to track and monitor breaches or potential breaches, as well as its ability to filter out unwanted external traffic, they are…
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How to Spot Phishing Emails
As a part of any firm’s cybersecurity plan, defenses against phishing attacks are a necessity. Phishing is a common tactic used by cybercriminals in attempts to steal the private information of businesses or individuals. Over the years, phishing scams have not only increased in numbers but in complexity as well. The difference between upholding your…
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Hedge Fund Cybersecurity Needs
Those within the finance industry are at constant risk of cyber criminals. There are numerous ways for cyber crime to find its way into hedge funds, including phishing and other data breaching methods. It takes the right protection plan for hedge fund cybersecurity to remain secure in the face of significant cyber risk. Hedge Fund…
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The New Federal Cybersecurity Push
Numerous high-profile cybersecurity attacks in the last few years have caused alarm for world leaders. Rising cyber threats have forced the hand of numerous federal governments, including the White House. Recently, federal cybersecurity plans were put into motion by the White House in order to combat the growing risk of malicious cyber parties. White House…
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Top Cyber Risks for Family Offices
Any given organization or firm takes on cyber risk when dealing with assets and private information in a digital space. Cyber risks for family offices, in particular, have been heightened as they have become targets by the rising threat of ransomware. Among a multitude of other potential breaches and malicious parties seeking to take advantage of…
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IDG Connect: Secret CSO: Simon Eyre, Drawbridge
Drawbridge CISO Simon Eyre explores how the corporate world has started to understand that cyber is not just IT’s problem; it’s everyone’s problem. Read more at IDG Connect.
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How Hedge Funds can Detect Vulnerabilities with Drawbridge
Hedge funds are one of the most susceptible industries when it comes to targeted cyber attacks. These attacks can take many forms, but one of the most common cyber breaches that affects hedge funds is that of ransomware. Ransomware is a type of malware that can block access to, or even publish, the private data…
