3 low-tech threats that lead to high-profile breaches

10 changes you can make to achieve security serenity now!. View it in your browser Major Chinese smartphone manufacturer installed backdoor on up to 10 million devices. View it in your browser CSO Update December 21, 2014 3 low-tech threats that lead to high-profile breaches It seems like almost daily that we find a new front-page article about a sophisticated data breach. But, more often than not, data breaches are initiated by low tech means. Here are three common low-tech attack vectors, and suggestions for how security teams can address them. READ MORE   Issue highlights 1. 10 changes you can make to achieve security serenity now! 2. Major Chinese smartphone manufacturer installed backdoor on up to 10 million devices 3. IDG Contributor Network: Going beyond gender for the agenda 4. 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