As cybersecurity threats increase, developers and users are constantly vulnerable to losing control of their data. Between January 1, 2005, and May 31, 2020, over 11,762 recorded breaches have taken place costing billions of dollars (ID Theft Resource Center). Security breaches have increased the risk of identity theft, ransomware, and liability. In many cases, users have been exposed to security attacks without the proper knowledge or training to address such complex issues. Because data cybersecurity is not built into the process of software development, users are vulnerable to losing control of their data, becoming increasingly vulnerable to attacks.
The hard truth?Cybersecurity has been an afterthought rather than a priority in software development. Add-ons and layers of protection are short-term solutions that lead to data theft and manipulation. Software users should not be vulnerable or expected to be responsible for protecting their data. Developers and solution providers deserve the tools to protect their software systems, and clients deserve peace of mind.
Why is it challenging to secure software systems?
- Wide usage of add-ons and layers of protection that are only short-term solutions
- A lack of data-centric tools to help developers integrate security measures into their software
- Tech complications that make it difficult to integrate security systems
- Historical trends of security being an afterthought
We Bring the Common Sense Solution to the Equation
XQ has pioneered technology to empower developers with simple tools to integrate security measures into their software systems, something never done before. Unlike other Zero-Trust solutions, XQ is the first company to create data-driven Zero-Trust architecture that reduces security risks by protecting individual data beyond the network no matter where it goes. Using encrypted data wrapped with meta-tags, XQ does not stop attacks from happening but guarantees that any stolen data is worthless to hackers and intruders. Data protected by our technology cannot be decrypted by hackers as the intended receiver is the only entity with proper authorization to decrypt and access the information. From smartphones to smart cities, our technology not only protects data but empowers users with full access and control.
Benefits of Using XQ products for Developers and Solution Providers
- No short term or long term vulnerability to security threats
- We don’t store data, so developers and users have complete control
- Users are protected and satisfied
Benefits of Using XQ Products for Clients
- Low risk of compliance liability
- Protecting client’s infrastructure and integrity of information
- Reduce costs
- Less digital maintenance
- Less physical maintenance
- Lower FTE
- Data provenance
- Increase ROI on existing investment
- Prevent data leakage
- Protection of citizen personally identifiable information
- Increase in system stability and reliability
As a result, we have helped the developers we work with taking control of their data by protecting their products and users. Simply put, cybersecurity attacks are increasing because of a lack of security infrastructure in software systems. Various add-ons and layers of protection are not viable solutions in protecting data. We help developers and solution providers integrate security into any software system. XQ has everything software developers need to create a safe and secure product while increasing the success of the products through customer protection. We worry about security by giving developers the tools, resources, and access to our products with Zero-Trust architecture, so they don’t have to.
Frequently asked questions
What is data-driven Zero Trust architecture?
Data-driven Zero Trust architecture protects individual pieces of data beyond the network, wherever they go, rather than only guarding the network perimeter. XQ implements it with encrypted data wrapped in meta-tags, so only the intended, authorized receiver can decrypt and access the information. It does not stop attacks from happening, but it makes any stolen data worthless to hackers.
Why is it hard to secure software systems?
Software systems are hard to secure because security has historically been an afterthought in software development. Teams rely on add-ons and layers of protection that are only short-term fixes, lack data-centric tools for building security into their software, and face technical complications when integrating security systems. As a result, users are left exposed to losing control of their data.
How does XQ help developers build security into their software?
XQ gives developers and solution providers simple tools to integrate data-centric Zero Trust security directly into any software system, instead of relying on add-ons. XQ does not store data, so developers and users keep complete control. Benefits include preventing data leakage, protecting citizen personally identifiable information, data provenance, and lower compliance liability risk.