Backup: Protection against internal threats

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Das Wichtigste in Kürze

According to the Verizon DBIR 2023, 19% of security breaches are attributable to internal actors
Real-world example: a former employee deleted 180 virtual servers (EUR 620,000 in damage)
A robust backup and disaster recovery strategy with immutable storage media is essential

There is no doubt that cyber threats have become one of the biggest risks for companies. But what about the internal and home-grown risks to data and systems that companies are no less confronted with today than in the past?

Do not underestimate internal dangers

Internal threats from employees, espionage or misconduct still exist. The "Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) 2023" found that 19 per cent of security breaches can be attributed to internal actors. The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) also ranks internal risks among the most important sources of danger and advises careful analysis in order to avoid failures.

Danger from within our own ranks

Important data can easily be intentionally or accidentally compromised or destroyed. One example: In June 2024, a disappointed employee deleted 180 virtual servers in his former employer's test system, causing damage of over 620,000 euros. What's more, he still had admin access even after his dismissal. This example shows how vulnerable IT systems are when companies do not take the necessary protective measures.

After the disaster comes the recovery

Depending on the company, the costs of such incidents are not necessarily the main problem. It is more important to quickly restore data and systems to the state they were in shortly before they were compromised. A good backup and disaster recovery strategy is crucial here. Backups must be stored on unalterable storage media to ensure that they can be fully restored in the event of an emergency. In these cases, backup solutions are needed that reduce recovery times and points (RTOs/RPOs) to minutes.

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Baggenstos: The right contact in Switzerland

As a certified Microsoft Solutions Partner, Baggenstos is the ideal partner for companies in Switzerland that want to protect their data and systems against internal and external threats. Thanks to its comprehensive expertise and many years of experience, Baggenstos offers customised backup and disaster recovery solutions that are specifically tailored to the needs of Swiss companies. Close collaboration with Microsoft guarantees the highest quality in data backup and recovery.

Conclusion

Internal dangers pose a serious threat to companies. A well thought-out backup and disaster recovery concept is essential to minimise these risks and to be able to react quickly in the event of an emergency. Robust backup solutions and adherence to best practices ensure that companies are armed against both external and internal threats.