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OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Most businesses
probably feel far removed from Odysseus' sneak attack against his competition
with the Trojan horse, but cybercriminals are using their own modern-day
Trojans to sneak into businesses' networks and computers and attack them by
stealing information, sabotaging data, disrupting service and laundering
money.
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The Federal Bureau of Investigation's Computer Crime Survey, based on the
responses of more than 2,000 public and private organizations, found that
nearly 90 percent had experienced security attacks within a year's time, and
most of these attacks resulted in financial losses. Viruses and worms were the
most costly, accounting for $12 million of the $32 million in total losses.
While viruses and spyware were cited as the most common types of attacks
in the survey, cybercriminals have an arsenal of tools from which to choose --
the aforementioned Trojans, bots and zombies to name a few -- and they can
come from anywhere in the world. Survey results showed 36 different countries
were sources of attacks against respondents.
The best way for businesses to defend themselves against cyber attacks is
to invest in the appropriate level of security needed to manage their risks,
but picking the right security solution can be an overwhelming process because
there are many options in the marketplace. It can be especially difficult for
small businesses that don't employ IT professionals.
To simplify the process, businesses should consider working with a
provider that offers a full portfolio of security options. EMBARQ, for
example, has created EMBARQ(TM) Business Security Solutions, a complete
security suite that combats multiple risks with a portfolio of options
including software, hardware and network-based solutions.
"Our research has shown that at least half of all businesses believe that
data security is one of the most pressing issues they face," said Susan Sarna,
vice president of marketing and product management for EMBARQ. "No one
security measure can protect them from all threats, so we worked with security
industry leaders to develop a one-stop security toolbox. Our portfolio lets
businesses pick the appropriate level of security to manage risk according to
their unique needs."
The EMBARQ(TM) Business Security Solutions portfolio includes desktop,
network and e-mail security as well as continuity services such as back-up,
recovery and re-routing. Each of the security services can by purchased
individually or together using monthly payments, which is another bonus for
small businesses because paying for security products up front can often time
be a financial hurdle.
Cybercriminals develop new weapons for their arsenal every day, and their
armies continue to grow in size. Combating them in the most effective ways
possible helps reduce the likelihood that your business will be their next
victim. Technology will only become more integral in business, so having
appropriate security measures in place to protect information, resources and
even the businesses themselves has never been more vital. For more
information, visit Embarq.com/security.
About EMBARQ
Embarq Corporation (NYSE: EQ), headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas,
offers a complete suite of communications services. The company has
approximately 18,000 employees and operates in 18 states. EMBARQ is included
in the S&P 500. For consumers, EMBARQ offers an innovative portfolio of
services that includes reliable local and long distance home phone service,
high-speed Internet, wireless, and satellite TV from DISH Network(R) -- all on
one monthly bill. EMBARQ(TM) High-Speed Internet customers also have access to
the myembarq.com portal featuring premium services including EMBARQ(TM)
Unlimited Music and broadband video on demand. For businesses, EMBARQ has a
comprehensive range of flexible and integrated services designed to help
businesses of all sizes be more productive and communicate with their
customers. This service portfolio includes local voice and data services, long
distance, Business Class High Speed Internet, wireless, satellite TV from
DIRECTV(R), enhanced data network services, voice and data communication
equipment and managed network services. EMBARQ received the highest numerical
score among providers of local telephone voice services in the proprietary
J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Major Provider Business Telecommunications
Voice Services Study(SM). Study based on responses from 2,048 business
customers measuring 4 providers. Proprietary study results are based on
experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed in January-February 2007.
Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. For more information, visit
embarq.com
SOURCE Embarq Corporation
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