US enterprises lost approximately $100 billion from the theft of trade secrets last year, with over half of the losses coming from small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs). High-level executives need to be especially vigilant as they are often prime targets. The IT department is a crucial line of defense against corporate espionage and must utilize all the tools available to keep proprietary information safe.

High-Level Executives are Prime Targets

Due to the high amount of privileged information they are exposed to, senior executives are often the target of corporate snoops. Therefore, extra efforts must be taken to protect and secure their work environment. Common methods of espionage include eavesdropping, keylogging, and dumpster diving.

Tapped Phone Lines

Additionally, audio surveillance devices can be placed...