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Issues

Loss or theft of mobile devices

Lack of MDM (mobile device management) software

Cloud computing.

Cyber attacks

Various uses of social media

Risks - IssuesLoss of sensitive confidential information

Inability to operate (DOS)

Customer hostility, law suits over data compromises

Customer expectations may be unmet or compromised

Security Issues Have Been Top Contenders in Past Technology Surveys

2. Securing the IT Environment

The fact that over 50% of respondents lack confidence in their or their client’s ability to manage IT security is seen as a wake-up call to

management, their auditors and advisors.  

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Deloitte TMT Survey

Source: Deloitte 2013 TMT Security Survey – P8

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2. Securing the IT Environment

Deloitte TMT Survey

Source: Deloitte 2013 TMT Security Survey – P10 & P13

Third Party Security Concerns

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Deloitte Global Financial Security Survey

Source: Deloitte 2013 Financial Services Security Survey – P24

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What is it Important?

Economic constraints of security

The economic volatility of the past four years has resulted in budgetary restraint as organizations cut back expenditures and capital investment in almost all areas.

Conversely, cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated and better funded by organized crime elements or, as recently reported in the media, state funded.

2. Securing the IT Environment

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2. Securing the IT Environment

56% indicated “Confident or Highly Confident” in Their Ability to Effectively Assess IT Security. Placing it 3rd on the Confidence Scale

Quickly Detect & Respond to Cyber Attacks

Properly Protected all Mobile Devices to Prevent Data Breaches

Considered All Relevant Vulnerabilities & Threats- Including Emerging Technologies

26%

32%

40%

2nd Highest Initiative