Today, sensitive data is a prime target for attackers. High-profile breaches like the recent PSEA one are occurring more frequently, and ransomware tactics have evolved. Attackers are increasingly bypassing encryption altogether, choosing instead to steal data and threaten public exposure. Traditional cybersecurity methods are no longer enough to protect against these modern threats.
The latest incidents involving third-party service providers have revealed a critical truth: encryption, EDR and backup solutions alone do not ensure data protection. Organizations need a data protection solution that actively prevents threats, limits damage, and delivers real-time visibility.
The Rising Threat: Third-Party Breaches and Data Theft Without Encryption
Recent cyberattacks have changed how organizations must approach data security. The MOVEit Transfer breach exploited a previously unknown vulnerability, allowing attackers to quietly access and extract data from hundreds of businesses. Similarly, the Concord Orthopaedics breach compromised the personal information of over 67,000 people.
These were not traditional ransomware cases. File encryption was not the primary form of weaponization. Instead, attackers stole the data and used the threat of exposure as leverage. This method, known as encryption-less ransomware, has become a growing trend because it is faster, less detectable, and more profitable for attackers.
A second key issue in these breaches was the role of third-party vendors. When third-party systems are compromised, organizations often struggle to determine what data was exposed. Without detailed insight into file access or movement, incident response becomes slow, expensive, and uncertain.
What Modern Data Protection Requires
A strong data protection solution must offer more than basic file encryption or perimeter security. It should provide fast response capabilities, detailed file-level tracking, and clear visibility across both internal and external environments.
Remote File Neutralization
When a potential breach occurs, organizations need the ability to immediately revoke access to sensitive files. This capability is especially important when files are shared externally or stored in third-party environments. Without this control, a single vulnerability can lead to significant data loss.
Detailed Audit Reporting
Following a security incident, one of the most urgent tasks is understanding what was affected. A modern solution must provide precise audit trails that show which files were accessed, when they were touched, and by whom. This information is vital for internal investigations, regulatory compliance, and communication with affected stakeholders.
Confirmation of File Safety
In many incidents, it is not always clear whether sensitive data was actually accessed. The ability to confirm that no sensitive files were touched can significantly reduce legal exposure, prevent unnecessary notifications, and preserve trust with customers and partners.
The Solution
A data protection solution must combine rapid response, detailed reporting, and proof of data integrity, all while remaining easy to deploy and manage.
This is exactly what ITsMine delivers. Built to handle modern threats, ITsMine provides agentless, proactive data protection that extends beyond the organization’s boundaries.
Its remote file kill switch, known as the Red Button, allows security teams to instantly disable access to sensitive data. Detailed audit logs help identify exactly which files were affected, if any, and when. Most importantly, ITsMine can provide verifiable confirmation that no sensitive files were accessed during a breach, offering confidence to regulators, insurers, and executive teams.
Request a demo today to see how ITsMine’s data protection solution can safeguard your organization’s most valuable data: before, during, and after a breach.