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What you need to know about new data-security rules for business travel

November 15, 2019 admin Cloud Security, cyber attacks, Cyber crime, Data Privacy, Data Security, Mobile, Mobile Security, privacy, Security, Technology Industry

Credit to Author: Mike Elgan| Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 07:39:00 -0800

From U.S. Customs agents to cybercriminals, everyone wants to copy the data on your phone and laptop. Here’s how to protect your rights and also avoid industrial espionage.

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Why all organizations must better protect sensitive data

October 17, 2019 admin Business, cybersecurity, cybersecurity awareness, Data Security, device security, domestic abuse, domestic abuse survivor, domestic abuse survivors, domestic violence, end-to-end encryption, GPS, location history, Location tracking, national cybersecurity awareness month, national domestic violence awareness month, National Network to End Domestic Violence, nnedv, passcode, password manager, remote wiping, secure messaging, single-sign on, sso, stalkerware

Credit to Author: David Ruiz| Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 17:30:04 +0000

The truth is that companies, businesses, and organizations have an obligation to the data that belongs to their employees, users, and customers. For some organizations, that obligation is a matter of real, physical safety.

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Business

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Insurance data security laws skirt political turmoil

September 25, 2019 admin anthem, California, California Consumer Privacy Act, CCPA, connecticut, Data Privacy, data privacy law, data privacy laws, data privacy legislation, Data Security, data security law, delaware, Health Insurance Portability and Accessibility, hipaa, insurance cybersecurity, insurance data security, insurance data security model law, Maine, mccarran ferguson act, Michigan, Mississippi, model law, naic, national association of insurance commissioners, new hampshire, New York, New York Department of Financial Services, nydfs, Ohio, privacy, South Carolina, US data privacy laws, US data privacy legislation

Credit to Author: David Ruiz| Date: Wed, 25 Sep 2019 22:44:47 +0000

Across the United States, a unique approach to lawmaking has seen radical success in making data security a little bit stronger for one industry—insurance providers.

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Privacy

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Data and device security for domestic abuse survivors

August 13, 2019 admin 2fa, Android, App Store, cloud storage, Data Security, device security, domestic abuse, domestic abuse survivor, domestic violence, encryption, end-to-end encryption, Google Play, google play store, iMessage, iOS, national domestic violence hotline, National Network to End Domestic Violence, passcode, privacy, secure messaging, Security, signal, spyware, stalkerware, two-factor authentication, WhatsApp, wire

Credit to Author: David Ruiz| Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2019 16:33:22 +0000

Many domestic abuse survivors need help before stalkerware strikes. Here, we give basic advice on device security and protecting sensitive data.

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Privacy

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A week in security (January 7 – 13)

January 14, 2019 admin 2fa, Android, Ars Technica, Bloomberg, Data Security, Deletion, Facebook, Hacker One, hackers, Help Net Security, Naked Security, PA Daily post, Password reuse, passwords, pentest, ransom, ransomware, rogue apps, ryuk, Ryuk Ransomware, Security world, Trend Micro, USA Today, Vietnam, Vietnam News, Week in security

Credit to Author: Malwarebytes Labs| Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2019 16:45:37 +0000

A roundup of last week’s security news from January 7 to 13, including breaches, takedowns, bug fixes, and social media issues.

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Which Threats had the Most Impact During the First Half of 2018?

November 5, 2018 admin cryptocurrency miner, cryptocurrency mining, Current News, data breach, data protection, Data Security, mega breach, ransomware, Security, vulnerabilities

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Mon, 05 Nov 2018 15:00:50 +0000

One of the best ways for organizations to shore up their data security efforts and work toward more proactive protection is by examining trends within the threat environment. Taking a look at the strategies for attack, infiltration and infection currently being utilized by hackers can point toward the types of security issues that will continue…

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How mobile threats impact today’s BYOD landscape

July 23, 2018 admin Data Security, Mobile Security, Mobile Threat Landscape, Security, Targeted attack

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2018 18:56:36 +0000

Bring-your-own-device (BYOD) has been a revolutionary concept for years now, even before it was recognized by enterprise policy. However, now that business executives and IT leaders have realized the benefits this type of strategy for their organizations, BYOD is becoming an increasingly powerful way to support efficient access and productivity. At the same time, however,…

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5 errori di sicurezza che il vostro team IT non vorrebbe che faceste

October 27, 2017 admin Data Security, Per gli utenti, Protezione dei dati

Credit to Author: Sophos Italia| Date: Fri, 13 Oct 2017 05:54:22 +0000

In occasione del National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) questa settimana trattiamo il tema della Cybersecurity sul posto di lavoro. <img alt=”” border=”0″ src=”https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=news.sophos.com&blog=834173&post=43430&subd=sophos&ref=&feed=1″ width=”1″ height=”1″ /><img src=”http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/sophos/dgdY/~4/pjZKRYpBZyo” height=”1″ width=”1″ alt=””/>

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