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This article highlights all the necessities to make sure your hotel is safe and secure for all your guests. It specified for cyber security, however, that switching to a VLAN server would be massively beneficial for the hotel as it becomes a private server that has multiple stages of security to bypass. In addition, it advises the modification of passwords every few months because apart from cyber breaches, people also try to con others out of their passwords by word of mouth and manipulation.

In this article it talks about the 12 different ways to increase security in our hotels and how to make thing more safe for our guest.

Top 10 most notorious cyber attacks in history

This article divulges into the world of internet security. It explains how with even the most secure connections there is always a possibility to spoof an identity, provide forged documents and/or allow cyber-criminals to be someone they're not.  The Online Trust Alliance or OLA, is an organization deeply involved in several areas that are highly business-relevant and in how companies should safety interact with customers, clients, and/or anyone who uses the internet while at the same time protecting their personal information.  In conclusion,  no organization is immune to a loss of personal information. Consumer information, employee records, etc are all available for the taking if not properly protected and/or a contingency plans developed in the event of. However, with the help and knowledge of the OLA,  preventing such instances from occurring can be drastically reduced .

The article discusses ransomware attacks on hospitality properties. A 2016 attack left guests locked out of their rooms but the threat could affect different areas of a hospitality business and cause significant disruption to their business. Properties need to be prepared for a security breach with an action plan to prevent cyber-attack. The article points out that it's important to act quickly to segment the network and try to prevent any new devices from being infected. Best practice recommends regular backups and a recovery plan, using anti malware software and being cautious with employee installed software. The most important thing a company can do is to be proactive and prepared for an attack.

Cybercrime has been on the rise since the outbreak of the coronavirus and hackers are capitalizing on the fact that people are now more concerned about protecting themselves and their loved ones. It is important to be more aware now as an organization in making sure that employees are informed on safety measures on using systems when there at home, using the needed resources in increasing cyber security and backing up important information.

The importance of delivering safety, security, sustainability, and service in the hospitality industry is becoming an important aspect of our society. This article discusses each principle and addresses essential information that can help deliver legendary experiences to guests. As social media and review sites become a way to engage costumers in expressing their overall experiences it is important that you ensure the up most excellent experience in every aspect to create consumer loyalty. * Safety - must be the number one priority in any hospitality business. Any issue that violates the duty of care of any guest should be addressed and taken very seriously to avoid negative affects to the brand. * Service - Excellent and hospitable accommodations is the reason why frequent travelers return to the same establishments. Training your staff to be diligent and welcoming will help promote the brand values. * Sustainability - one of the latest trends is environmental sustainability within the industry. Guests are conscious of the importance of sustainability and want to feel like they are part of the movement by booking hotels that are "Green". * Security - due to the large risks of security breaches any business is susceptible to be a victim of cyber attacks. It is important to promote security by having a proactive and preventive plan in case of a security breach.

This article discusses the Federal Trade commission's actions against Wyndham Worldwide Hotels. Unsophisticated hackers breached the hotels system and obtained the credit card records of 600,000 guests, causing the FTC to claim that the hotel group did not maintain proper system security. However, several groups file a Amicus Brief that the FTC is not clear as to what security standards they require. Currently the FTC requirements "will depend on the size and complexity of the business, the nature and scope of its activities, and the sensitivity of the information at issue". This means to many in the industry that company does not know if they are maintain proper security in the eyes of the FTC until they are sued by the FTC. The article goes on to say that a company should "Review your privacy policy immediately to insure it is compliant with the most recent standards and that the data security systems in place are actually consistent with the stated policy".

This article talks about how cyber security is very important to the safety of the personal information.

Author, Lena Combs, discusses why hospitality has become vulnerable to cyber attack. Ranging from the failure to secure POS systems and credit card data. To hotels' inability to detect and effectively respond to potential cyber threats. Combs outlines the steps involved in implementing a cohesive top- to bottom strategy that will effectively address these dilemmas. More importantly, why doing so protects a hotel's bottom line and brand positioning.

The following article highlights the importance of cybersecurity in general and why it is especially important in the hotel industry. This highlights many facets, one being the fact that the hotel industry is one of the most vulnerable to cyber-attacks, therefore, needing to have top-notch cybersecurity.

As close to home as this hits, with a security breach at my hotel recently, I'm happy to see that companies are upgrading their systems. The Black Hat cyber security conference in Vegas had a hacker present how easy it was to gain access into a hotel room. He had less than $50 in equipment that he used to infiltrate the locks on the hotel doors. In response to this, Onity, the company whose locks were tested, came out with a plan for a "two-tier" security upgrade. This makes me feel a little bit better but at the same time, it seems like hotels aren't being proactive about protecting their customers, so maybe more hotels needs to be exploited.

I don't see this how it make anyone feel a little better, all the company is doing is giving price discounts and tightening up some locks, make it harder to pick apart. The problem is the avg their or experienced theif can take a part a lock in minuets if not seconds. Chances are you wouldn't even hear it if you were asleep, on the phone, watching TV. The system isn't very good if it can be hacked with up to 50$ of equipment

Paladion, a cyber security intelligence platform, has been incredibly successful with its services. Its most recent success was its' raising of ten million dollars in fresh funding from its investment holders. This capital will be put towards advancing the security system, building a comprehensive cloud security services platform, and global expansion of multiple Security Operation Centers. The company already provides an array of information risk management solutions and services. And its industry expertise includes sectors like banking-finance-insurance, IT & consulting, R&D, and telecommunications. Paladion is on the track for prolonged success and will continue to grow as more advancements are made.

This article goes into detail about various safe practices that can prevent cyber threats. Policies and procedures must be created in order to protect us from cyber crimes. Governments have worked hard to protect data from being hacked.

By 2026, the investment in cybersecurity will increase to $270 billion globally. After the COVID-19 pandemic companies will need to reevaluate their cybersecurity systems to adapt to telecommuting as many companies will have some of their employees working from home. Biometric security such as a fingerprint or iris scan will become more common as the typical password will no longer be as secure as it once was.

A large volume of customer data is handled on a daily basis, including card details, names and addresses. With the number of security breaches worldwide each year, it is no surprise that more and more people are aware of their data being given to anyone, and knowing it is sufficiently protected. All companies are legally required to meet certain expectations of data protection regulations, and as an IT provider, it is our responsibility to ensure that all IT infrastructure provided to your clients contributes to data protection. As the potential IT and Cyber attack, the customers are truly sensitive with their personal information privacy, especially when they stay in hotel, with all of their ID and financial information. The hotel should be more sensitive with our customer private information than they do, give our customer a relatively guarantee scenario in IT security in order to set them down without worries while they stay in the hotel or select the hotel when they booked. The more security in IT you give to them in both realistic life and promise, the more consumer will be glad to choose your hotel with an significant customer loyalty.

This article explains some of the trends most relevant to the topic of cloud computing, as well as explains some of the benefits and disadvantages of cloud computing currently. The top four trends include artificial intelligence, cloud delivery models, security and compliance, and new cloud technologies. The article further explains each of these trends and the impact they will have on the industry. The main concern when it comes to cloud computing is the safety and security, following dependence on the internet. The new and incoming innovations within cloud computing aim to eliminate theses challenges and improve overall efficiency and adoption. Cloud computing is expected to grow over 22% this year alone and adoption rates are expected to remain increasing.

To summarize, the article talks about how cloud use has been increasing for over a decade, forcing many employees to embrace digital and adapt to the work-from-home concept. For continuity and expansion, the workforce transformation strongly relies on the cloud model. Given the extensive development, acceptance, and cloud deployment in corporate IT in recent years, the anticipation of stronger and more robust automation and AI has grown and should expect cloud delivery strategies to shape the cloud ecosystem in 2022 and beyond. Also, the demand for cybersecurity is rising, as is the desire for cloud-native programs that are quick, efficient, and robust.

This article has asked 21 professionals about the pros and cons of cybersecurity jobs. The first pro is the salary; overall, they are paid quite well. They also say cyber jobs are everywhere, being in a high demand job, ability to advance in your career, having the opportunity to be self-employed, and the chance to learn new things. The cons of cybersecurity jobs consist of being on call and demanding hours, some tasks are boring or repetitive, job pressure, continuously learning, and lack of resources. In conclusion, there are pros and cons to every job to overall cybersecurity jobs seem to have a high retention aspect to them.

This article notes that many hotels have been the victims of cyber attacks. For example, in July of this year, the Four Seasons, Trump Hotels, and the Loews Hotels all had customer information hacked because of security failures. Furthermore, many of these resulted from vulnerability from the vendors. To address this issue, the article suggests that hotels should incorporate the following four actions: (1) Review data security policies; (2) Require vendors to take responsibility for their mistakes; (3) Analyze cybersecurity policies; and (4) Require brands and managers to test backup systems.

Physical and cyber security must coexist at mass participation events as threats can be in both forms. Organizers must create strategies to identify, manage, and mitigate these threats that can devastate events. This can be done with a multi-disciplinary security team and clear visibility to build intelligence. Information sharing and private sector engagement are also important tools within this process.

email security is a good defense against cyberthreats in the hospitality space because it not only helps fend off attacks but also sensitizes staff to risks in cyberspace and provides them with basic awareness and education.

Mariott learned the hard way about the importance of cyber security! By inquiring a hotel for their boutique hotel line, it wasn't until after the fact that they realized that the hotel had been hit by a huge data breach in their system. Luckily, Marriott has the resources and reputation to deal with the issue. But a lot of these smaller hotels do not, so the damage to them could be catastrophic.

"The hotel industry is at risk of attacks, such as malware and ransomware, where criminals try to either steal data or exploit organizations" Majority of threats come through over email, often in malicious links. deploying email security is a good defense against cyberthreats in the hospitality space because it helps fend off attacks.

This article talks about the increasing cyber threats in hotels and its consequences for the guests. The hotel guests are paying more attention to how their data is being stored, pushing hotels to make some much needed changes in their data security plan. Despite these pressures, many hotels do not have any proper protection measures. "The Hospitality Technology's 2017 Lodging technology Study showed that a surprising 74% of hotels do not have proper protection measures in place". Steps to prevent such breaches and avoid millions of dollars in loss and reputation damages are mentioned in this article. Some practical ways highlighted in this article are: Provide on-going staff training, implement mobile security plan etc.