One of the growing priorities that law firms face when considering a legal technology provider is cyber and data security. As such, during our recent Legal IT Clinic webinar, we asked our customers (law firms) their top questions when it comes to choosing a legal cloud managed service provider (MSP) or legal technology provider and the majority were concerned with these three key areas: The responsibilities of an MSP or legal technology provider, Cyber incidents including mitigation and response strategies and Cyber essentials compliance and best practices.
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Cyber risk will continue to be a major risk for all law firms in 2020 due to the sensitive nature of the information they hold, and the substantial amounts of client money held by over 7,000 of them.
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Data protection in health and social care is concerned with safeguarding intimate details of vulnerable people. Health and social care providers have a duty of care to secure the personal data of the people they support and protect their dignity, well-being and safety.
Due to the sensitive nature of the information being handled, workers in health and social care must hold themselves to a higher standard than workers in other sectors. For example, the fact that someone with autism is scared of the colour green could be used to intimidate them if this information was leaked.
The health and social care sector faces many challenges to achieving cyber security. Digital literacy of staff across the sector is low, with workers having only a basic understanding of IT and a low awareness of data security issues. When allocating spending, providers prioritise improving the day-to-day welfare of people over enhancing their cyber security infrastructure.
In this article we will explore the current issues around cyber security and data protection in health and social care. We will break down what you need to know about the latest Data Protection Act in health and social care, then offer practical solutions that you can adopt to improve your data protection policies and procedures.
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Operation Centres (SOC) are vital components of a comprehensive cyber security strategy for law firms. These technologies and services play a crucial role in detecting and responding to cyber threats in real-time, providing proactive protection against potential attacks.
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As technology continues to evolve, so do the cyber threats faced by law firms. Over the past few years, the legal industry has witnessed a significant surge in cyberattacks, ranging from ransomware and phishing attacks to supply chain vulnerabilities. With the widespread adoption of remote work and cloud-based services, the attack surface for potential threats has expanded, leaving law firms exposed to ever more sophisticated cyber threats. In this article, we will explore the modern IT and cyber security challenges faced by law firms.
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Though not mentioned specifically, the SRA Codes of Conduct for Firms and for Solicitors, RELs and RFLs set out a number of rules relating to cyber security.
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- Legal
Emails have become a global form of communication in our modern world. With the increasing dependence on emails, it’s essential to ensure that they are secure and protected against potential threats. The increasing amount of email attacks such as phishing, malware and spam has made email security a top priority for businesses.
In this blog, we will explore the four reasons why email security is so critical and what steps can be taken to protect yourself and your business.
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- Managed IT Services
Does the thought of cyber security measures make you cringe? Don't worry, you're not alone. Plenty of businesses share your pain, groaning under the weight of countless passwords, personal data hoops, and image recognition tests, just to gain access to their own devices and systems. If that wasn't enough, despite these hurdles, cybercrime keeps poking its ugly head. But hold on - there's a plot twist. Done right, security measures can actually fuel productivity. Here's how:
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- Managed IT Services
Business continuity and resilience are essential considerations for all businesses, but particularly for UK conveyancers, who must ensure that they are able to continue operating in the face of potential risks and disruptions. In order to meet the requirements of the CQS Core Practice Management Standards, as well as follow the Law Society's guidance on key areas of risk, conveyancers must have a robust business continuity plan in place.
In this sector of the paper, we will explore the importance of business continuity planning and resilience for UK conveyancers, and provide practical guidance on how to develop and implement a plan that meets the requirements of the CQS and the Law Society.
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With increased cybersecurity threats, digital transformation and growing privacy concerns, the need for data protection in 2023 is more critical than ever. Protecting personal information, preventing identity theft and ensuring business compliance are all major pillars which can’t be ignored.
Despite this being the case, some view Data Protection as merely a tick-box exercise which can make providing valuable learning on the subject a tricky task. Pairing this with often jargon-heavy and complex information means that a topic which should be simple can instead be considered complicated and convoluted.
