Comprehensive Data Security for Peoplesoft and SAP Application

  There has been a sea change in how employees connect to and interact with the enterprise resources to get things done. The conventional network security model was programmed to connect staff to the data center's services they required. There were very few remote workers at the time and using an operationally complex VPN, they linked back to their home network. With the dramatic, unpredictable changes brought about by the pandemic, most workers now work remotely, and almost all businesses today use multiple public cloud services. Coupled with the security flaws associated with VPNs, these factors mean that the conventional model is no longer reliable. The Zero-Trust Security Model A critical weakness in the usage of remote access VPNs is that once users are authenticated, they are considered trustworthy and given complete access. As a consequence, once a hacker reaches the firewalls of an organization, with little resistance, if any, he/she can travel around the network. John Kind...

  If you have been running your infrastructure for years, migrating to the cloud may seem overwhelming. It is hard to give up control and trust your services and data to someone else. It can be a complicated effort to perform a cloud migration, but there are some simple guidelines that you can follow to make the migration process smoother. Decide Which Systems Are Going To Migrate Where You have several options when transitioning to the cloud: On-premise server or database migration to cloud platforms Migrating on-premise applications to the cloud (their cloud equivalent) Purchasing licenses for cloud-based services that offer better features than what you currently have on-premise. Any variation of these choices can also be selected. Your choices could be based on expenditures, features, ease of use, reliability, and availability. Do not forget to include key stakeholders in determining where to migrate. Make sure that you do not sacrifice any features that might have been accessi...

  In general, an advanced persistent threat (APT) refers to a prolonged and targeted cyber assault in which attackers gain access to a corporate network for an extended period and remain undetected. Because of their high-value data, APT attacks are typically aimed at organizations in sectors such as national security, manufacturing, and the financial industry. As they secretly take control of the data of your organization, these cybercriminals work hard to remain undetected. Let's look at how you can detect APT if you have one and the steps to tackle it. While your organization may not be of the type that attracts the attention of well-funded and well-organized hacker groups or rogue nation-states, you need to remember that instead of causing network harm, the intruder's primary objective is to steal data. That means an APT can be launched by a malicious outsider or an insider. The last thing these hackers want is for you to discover their presence and kick them out. Signs of a...

  While businesses work hard to ensure that their cloud services follow the highest security requirements, when transitioning their applications and infrastructure, they fail to adhere to the same procedures. Companies must adopt a prompt approach to preventing and addressing security oversights during their cloud transition, focusing on enhanced training and technical controls. Only with the right combination of resources and policies can companies and their employees safely transition into the cloud. Hardware-Based Risks When it first entered the corporate lexicon, IT practitioners used the word shadow IT to refer to unauthorized hardware operating in their business setting. Shadow IT has shifted from hardware to software over time. When they were weighed down by the absence of an important function, workers would use their own tools under the radar. Businesses, lacking official guidance or enterprise-grade authentication, were exposed to unknown risks these apps would bring to ...

  For different reasons, those employed in the critical area of cybersecurity are always stressed. The workload is immense since cybersecurity teams are typically understaffed. The very essence of the work is highly demanding as well. In such situations, solving the burnout problem requires companies to work better, not harder. Here are some approaches that businesses can adopt to take the challenges head-on. Understanding The Business The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that companies need to be able to quickly adjust and adapt, whether in response to a crisis, customer needs, or technology. This need for speed puts IT security at the forefront, to the point that cybersecurity is no more a technology problem; it's a business issue. Organizations should make cybersecurity the overall business plan part of. In order to ensure that security is integrated in organizational culture, this means inculcating a security-first mindset. Recognizing The Complexity COVID-19 has establish...

  Datasecurity is a critical problem, and business leaders are increasingly called on to help improve cybersecurity and detect threats. When switching from on-premise to cloud ERP, it's essential to note that cloud ERP systems come with adequate security measures. And then, additional security and exposure controls would need to be implemented by corporations. 74 percent of respondents had data protection concerns in a new survey, and 53 percent said they had data privacy issues and data loss problems. Ensuring Cloud ERP Security: Some Proven Strategies A breach of data can impact company activities and have disastrous implications for the company. A few approaches related to cloud ERP data security include the following: Developing A Security And Governance Strategy Involve executives and all workers in building a framework for data governance and determining security standards. Cloud ERP systems integrate enterprise-wide data, so it is likely that several departments ma...

  In the past, the US government has warned businesses about the increasing danger of attacks against resource planning systems for businesses. The alert came after a study revealing the prevalent violations of Oracle and SAP systems. Although government agencies and many other industries are especially vulnerable to security outbreaks, smaller businesses and manufacturers are more likely to become victims of breaches. It does not deter companies from searching for ERP solutions, as upsetting as this news is. Organizations would fall behind in our fast-paced marketplace without implementing ERP to automate workflows and serve as a central hub of business data. Our information has never been 100% secure, and vulnerabilities in cyber-attacks often stem more from weak protocols than from the systems themselves. With each protection measure, a business takes, the risk of being hacked decreases dramatically. We address the measures businesses should take to ensure robust ERP data prot...

  Combining a user ID and password to protect our most sensitive information is not good enough anymore. Identity theft, breaches of data, ransomware, and malicious actors mean that information security must change in order to stay ahead of security threats. Effective safety is compulsory for all organizations. The best security strategy must take into account the demands of the organization and the staff, balancing security, encryption, and ease-of-use. There are two key security solutions for many businesses, Single Sign-On (SSO) or Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), to choose from. To decide what's best for the organization, it takes careful consideration of the pros and cons of each approach. There is no reciprocal exclusion between the two mechanisms; both can be leveraged. However, knowing how to devote time and budget to one project over another can make all the difference. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) MFA uses many distinct factors to verify user identity and gr...

  SAP is one of the leading tech brands worldwide, having a presence on every continent, responsible for developing cutting edge customer relationship management and monitoring software for companies of all kinds. Any security vulnerabilities in SAP products are a big deal because of this. Unfortunately, increasing hacker attacks to SAP applications have been seen in the past few years, leading to in-depth discussions about how they can be protected in the future. SAP: Ushering in a new age of data processing and unknown cyber threats In addition to being a global pioneer in cloud-based computing, the company has forayed into the Internet of Things, along with AI-based machine learning, offering its data processing expertise. Put together, this comprehensive suite of services makes SAP a go-to provider for the IT needs of many modern businesses. This also contributes, however, to a reliance on SAP that can present additional risks. There is a chance of a data breach happenin...