SpotON – our blog around digital compliance in enterprises
SpotON – Digital Compliance
Read here regularly on selected topics, developments and news from the areas:
SAM & Cloud – use software legally compliant and cost-effective
IT Security & Threat Intelligence – protect the IT landscape effectively
Data & Digitization – manage digital assets across the lifecycle
Complion Insights – look behind the scenes of digital compliance consultants
16/10/2024
Microsoft Teams (Standard & Premium) - What to consider from a license management perspective?
Microsoft Teams has established itself as a tool for collaboration in companies. In addition to the common standard license, Microsoft also offers a premium license with extended features. But how exactly are the standard and premium licenses offered and what has changed recently? In this blog post, we take a look at the different licensing options, the background to the recent changes and the extended features of the Premium license. Find out how a decision by the European Commission has affected the availability of Teams and what advantages the Premium license can offer companies.
License dongles - the underrated key to protecting valuable software
Imagine that an inconspicuous USB stick in your drawer is the key to software worth tens of thousands of euros. Let me introduce you to the often underestimated world of license dongles - a proven but complex instrument for protecting software licenses.
KIA Hacking - Vulnerability in web portal allows takeover of cars
In June, security researchers discovered serious security vulnerabilities in Kia's dealer infrastructure. Just by knowing license plates, they were able to locate, open, lock, start, stop and operate the horn on more than 500 vehicle models. They were also able to exfiltrate the personal data of vehicle owners. Read this blog post to find out how this was possible and why such findings could occur more and more frequently in the future.
In today's employee portrait, we talk to Dirk Michael Ockel, one of our two co-CEOs. We learn about the company's founding history, Dirk's professional career and daily tasks. Dirk also tells us about his interesting other job.