As an IT pro, you’re well aware of the relentless attacks aimed at your network by outside threats. But let’s not forget about potential threats on the inside.
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Court: Company can’t sue ex-employee who stole confidential documents
One big IT security risk companies face is that departing employees will take confidential documents with them. In one recent lawsuit, a company tried to take legal action against an ex-employee who did just that.
Ex-employee brought to court over erased hard drive
Businesses take on some level of risk every time they allow employees to take company-owned equipment out of the office. One way to limit the risk: Have clear policies about what employees are allowed to do with that equipment.
Court: Checking Facebook at work isn’t illegal
Some managers wish they could do more to keep their employees from wasting time online at work – including, apparently, taking them to court over it.