Friday, June 13, 2008
Firms operating online with high-end web applications need to take a robust stance on data security from the outset, according to one analyst.
Commenting on IT Business, industry expert Caleb Sima noted that many companies are leaving themselves open to attack by failing to integrate web filtering and other network security solutions into the applications they develop from the start.
"Many businesses find they have more web applications and vulnerabilities than security professionals to test and remedy them," Mr Sima said.
He added that the problem becomes particularly pronounced when vulnerability testing is undertaken after the program has been sent to production.
Not only does this compromise data security, but also undermines regulatory compliance efforts, Mr Sima suggested.
Under new online trading compliance guidelines outlined by the Payment Card industry, US firms will have to ensure that robust network security solutions are in place by the end of this month in order to meet regulatory requirements.
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