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Data Sanitization

Leverage Opal Lock to Adhere to Data Sanitization Standards

In the ever-evolving landscape of data storage technologies, data security remains a top priority for organizations. In August 2022, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) introduced IEEE 2883-2022, a comprehensive standard for data sanitization. This standard fills a critical information gap by providing guidelines for securely erasing data on modern storage technology. It’s important to note that while NIST 800-88 remains widely used, IEEE 2883-2022 takes into account the evolving world of data storage, offering a more up-to-date framework. IEEE 2883-2022 Classification IEEE 2883-2022 classifies data sanitization into three categories, similar to NIST’s approach: Clear: This method prevents simple, non-invasive data recovery using software. It’s a crucial step

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Cryptographic Erase

Data Sanitization with Cryptographic Erase

In today’s digital age, data security is paramount, and the need to sanitize sensitive information has never been more critical. One effective method for data sanitization is “cryptographic erase.” This technique ensures that data is irreversibly sanitized by changing encryption keys, rendering the stored information unreadable. Understanding Cryptographic Erase Cryptographic erase is a robust data sanitization method designed to eliminate sensitive information from electronic storage media securely. This method is applicable to storage devices that utilize encryption keys stored within the device itself and can change these keys in a single operation. By changing these keys, crypto erase ensures that only ciphertext remains on the storage media, making the original

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Media Sanitization
Media Sanitization

Enhance Data Security Through Effective Media Sanitization

In the fast-paced digital landscape of today, where data flows seamlessly between organizations and across various storage media, ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive information has never been more critical. With the increasing adoption of distributed cloud-based architectures and the proliferation of data-sharing practices, the risk of sensitive data falling into the wrong hands is ever-present. This is where Fidelity Height’s Opal Lock comes into play as the ultimate tool to safeguard your data through efficient and effective media sanitization. The Evolution of Media Sanitization: A Necessity The modern world thrives on data, and as it travels through different hands, systems, and media, the need to render access to it infeasible

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Data Sanitization

The Ultimate Solution for Secure Data Sanitization and End-of-Lifecycle Management

In today’s digital age, data has become the lifeblood of organizations, driving decisions, insights, and innovations. But what happens when data outlives its purpose? Stacks of obsolete hard drives, once brimming with valuable information, often lie dormant, posing a potential threat if not properly managed. While many have resorted to destructive methods like shredding or incineration, there’s a smarter, eco-friendly, and more secure way to handle data that’s reached the end of its lifecycle. The Downside of Data Destruction The traditional approach to disposing of unused hard drives has been far from ideal. Companies, in their eagerness to eliminate any traces of sensitive information, have resorted to physical destruction methods.

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Data Security

Protecting Your Laptop Against Potential Threats

In today’s digital age, data security is of paramount importance, especially in the healthcare sector. A major health system’s data breach is a stark reminder of the potential risks healthcare organizations face. Encryption must be a mandatory measure to safeguard data, not only against cyber-criminals but also physical theft. The Breach That Exposed 43,000 Patients’ Data The laptop belonging to a health system employee was stolen from a car, leading to a data breach that impacted 43,000 patients. While the organization had taken some security measures, such as password protection and security tools, it had failed to encrypt the data stored on the hard drive. The consequences were severe, as

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Laptop Security

7 Shocking Laptop Security Statistics

Laptops have become an integral part of our lives, serving as our portable offices, entertainment centers, and storage hubs for sensitive data. However, the alarming frequency of laptop thefts and data breaches highlights the critical need for robust security measures. Here are some shocking laptop security statistics that underscore the importance of safeguarding your valuable information: A laptop is stolen every 53 seconds. 86% of IT practitioners report that someone in their organization has had a laptop lost or stolen, 56% report that this resulted in data breach. 65% of business managers record their password on a private document such as a post-it note or share it with other individuals.

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Data Sanitization

Millions of Deleted Files Recovered from Hard Drives Purchased Online

Turns out that the years of eBay warning prospective vendors of making sure their laptops and storage devices have been wiped clean to keep deleted files from being recovered probably fell on a ton of deaf ears. Files Easily Recovered from Discarded Hard Drives There’s a worrying trend happening that you should be aware of. Recently a study was conducted to see if files could be accessed from discarded hard drives. The hard drives were in varying states of discard. One was encrypted, others had files deleted but not entirely removed and some had attempts of destruction showing. What started as a curiosity to see how many files could be

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Stolen Laptop

What to Do if Your Laptop Gets Snatched

It does not matter if it’s a personal laptop or one you use for work, your laptop is your lifeline to so many things. It helps you to stay connected, but it also has a lot of information about you stored in it. If you lose it, or your laptop is stolen, you are at risk of having a personal data breach. It’s extremely important to be prepared and know what steps to take to stay protected. You can read the full article here. Avoid a personal data-breach disaster and keep your information safe in the event of theft. Here are a few things to do: Insure Your device Encrypt

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Stolen Laptop

Secure Sensitive Data on Your Laptops

In a world where laptops have become essential tools for work, education, and personal use, the risk of theft is a growing concern. Surprisingly, public transport sites and airports rank low on the list of locations where laptops are stolen. Instead, it’s schools and residential properties that pose the highest risk. Reports on missing computers reveal that laptops are most commonly stolen from homes and schools, followed by cars and offices. This highlights the need for robust security measures to protect our valuable devices and sensitive data. Opal Lock: Harnessing Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) Technology Opal Lock, developed by Fidelity Height, is a Windows security application designed to leverage the advanced

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Cyber Security

NASA Laptop Data Breach Exposed 10,000 Employees’ Private Information

In a shocking turn of events, one of the world’s most prominent space agencies, NASA fell victim to a significant data breach. This breach resulted in the exposure of private information belonging to approximately 10,000 employees. The incident raises concerns not only about the security measures in place within NASA but also about the broader issue of data security in the digital age. In this blog post, we will delve into the details of the NASA laptop data breach and explore its implications. The NASA Laptop Data Breach: The data breach occurred when an employee’s laptop, which contained sensitive information about NASA employees, was stolen. The laptop was unencrypted, which

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Data Breach

Uber Faces Security Breach: Driver Data Leaked and Employee Privacy Compromised

In a significant blow to ride-hailing giant Uber, a recent security breach at a third-party vendor has resulted in the theft of driver data. This breach has exposed sensitive information belonging to over 77,000 Uber and UberEats employees, including details related to third-party vendor services and mobile device management platforms. This alarming incident raises serious concerns about data security and privacy, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by companies in safeguarding sensitive information. The Breach and Its Consequences: The unauthorized access of driver data through a third-party vendor is a cause for concern, as it jeopardizes the privacy of thousands of Uber employees. Hackers were able to gain access to information

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