How to Prepare for Inevitable Risks to Your SaaS Data

Published 09/26/2024

Written by Mike Melone, Sr. Content Marketing Manager, Own Company.

The phrase "it's not if, it's when" has been echoed in cybersecurity circles for years, but it’s never rang truer than it does now. In Q2 2024, Check Point Research saw a 30% YoY increase in cyber attacks globally, reaching 1,636 attacks per organization per week. Cyber threats are increasing in frequency, and the reality is that traditional cybersecurity measures are no longer sufficient.

So why, with such high stakes, do so many organizations continue to lag behind in building resilient defenses?

Understanding the Lack of Preparedness

One of the key reasons businesses aren’t fully prepared is the complex nature of modern cyber threats. It's not just about fending off malware or hackers—it’s about anticipating the broad range of vulnerabilities within cloud platforms. These platforms have transformed how businesses operate, offering flexibility, scalability, and cost-efficiency, but they also open new doors for data breaches, unauthorized access, and compliance risks.

In our upcoming webinar, "Cyber Attacks: It's Not If, It's When! Why Aren't We Prepared?", we’ll dig deeper into this issue. We'll discuss what causes this lack of preparedness and offer actionable solutions to help organizations become more resilient to cyber attacks. One critical factor is the misconception that cybersecurity begins and ends with perimeter defenses. In reality, businesses need a more comprehensive approach that includes continuous monitoring, proactive risk assessments, and fast recovery strategies in the event of a breach.

The Role of SaaS Data in Business Continuity

This gap in preparedness is particularly concerning, given today’s reliance on SaaS applications like Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Microsoft Dynamics. These platforms now serve as the operational backbone of countless businesses, housing critical data that power daily operations, compliance efforts, and customer interactions. When a cyber attack strikes, the integrity of this data is at risk, and the consequences can be severe—from operational downtime to regulatory penalties and loss of customer trust.

In the webinar, led by Pieter Vanlperen, CISO at Own Company, and Larry Sica, Senior Director, Security Development at Own Company, we'll also explore how organizations can better safeguard the historical data stored within SaaS platforms. This includes strategies for fast identification and recovery from unauthorized access or data breaches, ensuring that core operations can continue uninterrupted even in the wake of an attack.

Keep Your SaaS Data Resilient

Ultimately, building resilience is about more than just preventing attacks—it's about ensuring swift recovery when they occur. Organizations must review their SaaS data protection strategies to prepare for the inevitable. Our webinar will equip compliance and security leaders with the tools to create a strong, resilient foundation for SaaS data protection.

Join us this Cyber Security Awareness Month to learn how to enhance your data security strategies, ensure business continuity, and build trust in your digital future. Register for the webinar now to secure your spot and stay ahead of the next cyber attack.