TLDR:
- Motion Picture Association (MPA) has updated its cybersecurity best practices in response to cyberthreats targeting the film industry.
- The MPA’s new guidelines focus on addressing challenges in cloud migration and remote work.
In the recent update, MPA’s Content Security Best Practices version 5.2 emphasizes the need for robust cybersecurity measures in the digital filmmaking process. The motion picture industry has been a target for cyberthieves, with high-profile breaches at Sony Pictures and HBO. The MPA’s recommendations include the use of isolation technologies like Ericom’s Web Isolation to protect against cyberthreats in the industry. The guidelines now require stringent controls on internet access, file transfers, and email security. By adapting to the changing landscape of digital production, the MPA aims to secure valuable intellectual property and prevent data breaches in the film industry.