Are security assessments necessary?

Acquire a global view of your security state: The importance of security assessments
Security issues can affect virtually every area of your business -- from your physical facilities to your network -- and all can benefit from a thorough vulnerability assessment. This IBM white paper discusses the importance of penetration testing and other types of security assessments.

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