Survey: 1/3 of employees would steal sensitive data

Author: Ryan Naraine
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From PC Advisor (Carrie-Ann Skinner)
More than one third of employees would steal sensitive company information if they thought they could earn a decent price from the theft, says Infosecurity Europe.
Research by the security event organiser revealed that of those willing to steal sensitive data, 63 percent would expect at least £1m for their troubles, while 10 percent want enough to pay off their mortgage. Worryingly, 2 percent admitted all they’d want in return for data theft was a slap up meal. Read the full story [pcworld.com]

From PC Advisor (Carrie-Ann Skinner)

More than one third of employees would steal sensitive company information if they thought they could earn a decent price from the theft, says Infosecurity Europe.

Research by the security event organiser revealed that of those willing to steal sensitive data, 63 percent would expect at least £1m for their troubles, while 10 percent want enough to pay off their mortgage. Worryingly, 2 percent admitted all they’d want in return for data theft was a slap up meal. Read the full story [pcworld.com]

 

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