Why keeping old customer records could cost millions [Q&A]

The modern world thrives on data, but what happens when that data has outlived its usefulness? Legacy data can become a weak link in corporate security. These records don’t just take up space; they expand the exposure surface in a breach and can damage both finances and reputations. We spoke with Rob Shavell, co-founder and CEO of DeleteMe, about why companies can’t afford to ignore legacy data and what they can do to address it. BN: How does keeping outdated and unnecessary records increase the financial and reputational damage of a data breach? RS: Think of old records as dead… [Continue Reading]