Most organizations operating in the Middle East do not have an accurate understanding of their potential risks regarding Information Technology (IT) network security and are likely require an external IT security audit to prevent serious damage to the data of their organization, according to the Dubai-based IT security firm ComGuard.
Networks and IT environments are complex and dynamic systems, where each new application, each new user, sometimes even a single document can create unwanted security gaps. Regional experts agree that an external view of an organization's network can provide an accurate understanding of what vulnerabilities exist, and—more importantly—what necessary measures should be prescribed to remedy weak systems.
“Often, such vulnerabilities become apparent only in the event of an attack, meaning that organizations suffer tremendous financial loss,” said Daniel Nufer, marketing director for ComGuard. “Risk management is really the key to understanding and preventing network intrusion and damage,” he added.
A traditional security audit is an assessment of an IT infrastructure from a network perspective and policy standard that is in accordance with international standards. The audit offers CEO and business managers the opportunity to receive a complete overview of the security of their IT environment. In the analytical stage, auditors define the targets of security by classifying and evaluating the information assets of an organization.
ComGuard FZ–LLC is an IT security solutions provider, operating in the Middle East. It is headquartered in Dubai Internet City, the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The company’s security services and solutions are independent of ties to industry products, allowing it to use the best combination of tools and techniques to design customer solutions. — (menareport.com)
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