Schneier on Security

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Hearing on "Securing Consumers' Credit Data in the Age of Digital Commerce". Subcommittee on Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection. Mister Chairman and Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today concerning the security of credit data. It's a data broker. Before the.

Computers and Electronics 209

Computers and Electronics Identity Theft Internet Internet 209

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

LOT stated that no ongoing flights or other airport computer systems were affected and the flights already in the air to scheduled to land at Warsaw were at no risk. US to Raise Breach of Government Records at Talks with China. According to the result of the study, Twitter topped the overall ratings three years in a run.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Surveillance Government Consumer Protection 52

Hot for Security

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The videoconferencing giant must also obtain biennial assessments of its security program by an independent third party and notify the commission of any data breach. 290 million new users in four months. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Zoom’s install base has ballooned from 10 million in December 2019 to 300 million in April 2020.

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Encryption Consumer Protection Surveillance Data breaches 86

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Over the past year, the Telecom industry has suffered some massive, high-profile data breaches — all of which happened by exploiting unprotected APIs. These include breaches on major operators such as T-Mobile. What are Telcos particularly vulnerable to API attacks?

Encryption 62

Encryption Mobile Government Consumer Protection 62

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

The obligation to report serious incidents or malfunctions recalls the obligation to notify data breaches. Artificial intelligence not only crosses over into data protection law, but also extends to other areas of law, such as intellectual property, competition, consumer protection, and insurance, to name but a few.

Artificial Intelligence 52

Artificial Intelligence Consumer Protection Technology Insurance 52

SecureWorld News

MARCH 18, 2021

This bill will create those critical protections. If we do not have a clear domestic policy, we will not be able to shape standards abroad, and risk letting others, like the European Union, drive global policy.". This is an international issue as much as it is a domestic concern.

Data privacy 76

Data privacy Consumer Protection Data breaches Technology 76

Centraleyes

APRIL 15, 2024

Response to Consumer Requests and Data Protection Assessments Controllers must respond to consumer requests within 45 days and conduct data protection assessments for processing activities presenting a heightened risk of harm.

Data privacy 52

Data privacy Identity Theft Data breaches Data collection 52

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

They point out how supply chains rely on software yet lack the security tools to protect them. Data breaches exposed over 37 billion records in 2020 alone — a 141% jump from 2019. Businesses must automatically secure their supply chains to protect themselves and comply with consumer-protection laws.

Cybersecurity 147

Cybersecurity Cyber Attacks Artificial Intelligence Data breaches 147

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MAY 18, 2017

On May 17, 2017, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), through its National Exam Program, issued a “Risk Alert” […].

Cybersecurity 40

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 3, 2020

A California company that helps telemarketing firms avoid getting sued for violating a federal law that seeks to curb robocalls has leaked the phone numbers, email addresses and passwords of all its customers, as well as the mobile phone numbers and other data on people who have hired lawyers to go after telemarketers.

Mobile 311

Mobile Marketing Consumer Protection Wireless 311

Adam Levin

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Don’t re-use passwords: Yes, keeping track of passwords for all of your accounts can be a chore, but using the same password means that one breached account can be used to others that use the same user credentials. It’s not worth the risk. If you’re having difficulty keeping track of passwords, consider using a password manager.

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VPN Antivirus Passwords Backups 245

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Thus, if a business encrypts the personal information of the consumer, and that information is stolen, there will be no private right of action under the CCPA. That does not mean, however, that the business would be completely off the hook. 1] The CCPA defines “personal information” to include IP addresses.

Government 58

Government Internet Internet Consumer Protection 58

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Thus, if a business encrypts the personal information of the consumer, and that information is stolen, there will be no private right of action under the CCPA. That does not mean, however, that the business would be completely off the hook. 1] The CCPA defines “personal information” to include IP addresses.

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Internet Internet Education Consumer Protection 58

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MAY 17, 2017

” And in California, a new bill is being considered by the California legislature (Cal.

IoT 40

IoT Internet Internet Cybersecurity 40

SC Magazine

MARCH 10, 2021

“I would say that you’re talking about state data breach laws, state and federal laws against unfair and deceptive trade practices, [and] potentially HIPAA liability for health institutions that were relying on a system that was using inadequate security protocols,” Davisson continued. “If

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Surveillance IoT Accountability Passwords 129

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MARCH 23, 2018

These low results for cyber preparedness and resiliency present a significant risk for business. Organizations must be better prepared for cybersecurity incidents, which can result from unintentional events or deliberate attacks by insiders or third parties, such as cyber criminals, competitors, nation-states, and “hacktivists.”

Cybersecurity 40

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MAY 18, 2017

On May 17, 2017, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), through its National Exam Program, issued a “ Risk Alert ” to broker-dealers, investment advisers and investment firms to advise them about the recent “WannaCry” ransomware attack and to encourage increased cybersecurity preparedness.

Cybersecurity 40

Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Risk Cyber Risk 40

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Risk Assessments Are Key As with most new cybersecurity laws, the most prudent course of action until the law enters into effect is to conduct a risk assessment of current products subject to the law, and to determine what security measures are in place. Code § 1798.91.06(h)).

IoT 45

IoT Cybersecurity Manufacturing Technology 45

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Risk Assessments Are Key As with most new cybersecurity laws, the most prudent course of action until the law enters into effect is to conduct a risk assessment of current products subject to the law, and to determine what security measures are in place. Code § 1798.91.06(h)).

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IoT Cybersecurity Manufacturing Technology 45

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MAY 19, 2017

With these benefits comes potential risk. The GAO report identifies five risk categories presented by the onset of new IoT technology: (1) information security; (2) privacy; (3) safety; (4) standards; and (5) economic issues. Potential Implications. Information security.

IoT 40

IoT Computers and Electronics Internet Internet 40

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

JULY 13, 2017

An entity that discovers a breach affecting fewer than 500 individuals has an obligation to notify individuals without unreasonable delay, but no later than 60 days after discovery.

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Cyber Attacks Cyber threats Healthcare Technology 49