Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Paxton also alleges that the social media platform engaged in deceptive acts, breaking the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Consumer Protection Act (DTPA). Paxton doesn’t see Facebook’s face recognition technology as a means to protect its user’s identities.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In 2023, California remained at the forefront of the movement of states with consumer privacy laws by approving the final text of the California Privacy Rights Act regulations and inviting public comments on proposed rulemaking for cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, and automated decision-making.

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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. This talk was followed by a two-day Cabinet-level discussion on security and economy starting on Tuesday.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2022

See the Top Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Tools. Financial Data Protection Laws. financial data must comply with consumer-protection laws such as the Electronics Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) and a litany of regulations enforced by the SEC (such as Sarbanes-Oxley), CFTC, FISMA, and other financial regulatory bodies.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

As a result, these enormous IT infrastructures are extremely challenging to govern and secure. Additionally, in some geographies Telecoms are tightly coupled with critical government infrastructure operations. These large subscriber bases in turn generate massive data volumes.

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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. The Equifax breach was a serious security breach that puts millions of Americans at risk. And in 2014, the company reported yet another security breach of consumer information.

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Pen Test Partners

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Such policies are crucial for a collaborative security posture, encouraging responsible vulnerability disclosure and ensuring that manufacturers can promptly address and mitigate risks. These penalties highlight the financial risks of failing to comply with the UK’s product security regulations.

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Centraleyes

JANUARY 15, 2024

By late 2022, the federal government and 29 states were playing the game, with even more getting in line. On January 8, 2024, New Jersey achieved a significant milestone by passing the comprehensive data protection bill, Senate Bill 332 (SB 332), marking its entry as the 13th state in the U.S.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 27, 2020

. “The ferocity of cyber criminals to take advantage of COVID-19 uncertainties by preying on small businesses is disturbing,” said Andrew LaMarca , who leads the global high-risk and fraud team at Dun & Bradstreet. For example, only recently did the three major consumer reporting bureaus allow all U.S.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To verify the legitimacy of a charity , you can research its website and look for outside assessments from third-party charity reviewers and government websites. Many retailers offer secure delivery options, such as in-store pickup or lockers, which help reduce the risk of porch piracy.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The first notification I received was from a large federal organization which, ironically, handles the security investigations for government clearances. For end users and consumers, protection against data breaches is difficult as we all now trust others to be good stewards of our personal details.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 4, 2024

Take the European Union’s ambitious AI Act , for instance, with its far-reaching rules designed to rein in AI applications that pose unacceptable risks. United States: Federal Regulation: In the United States, AI regulation is decentralized, with various federal initiatives addressing specific aspects of AI governance.

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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.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

In his remarks on January 28, the Colorado AG outlined his office’s priorities when it comes to drafting these rules, and added additional topics, including: Privacy notices and addressing “dark patterns”; Processes for requests to access and correction; and Auditing and data protection assessments.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Financial institutions deal with a bevy of regulations that govern data protection and with stringent new regulations (such as the California Consumer Protection Act coming January 1), compliance is top of mind. Being “in compliance” doesn’t necessarily equate to full data protection. Compliance v.

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Schneier on Security

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

But like nearly all innovation, there are risks involved. And for products borne out of the Internet of Things, this means the risk of having personal information stolen or devices being overtaken and controlled remotely. It falls upon lawmakers to create laws that protect consumers. But we need more, and soon.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

This ostensibly would include employees of businesses, individuals who enter into commercial transactions with other businesses, and non-consumers of particular business. The CCPA governs how businesses treat “consumer” “personal information.” What Is Covered?

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

This directive significantly increases the penalties associated with misleading promotions, fake reviews and aggressive door-to-door selling, in order to strengthen consumer protection, especially for those who shop online. Governments and regulators around the world strive to maintain fair and efficient market conditions.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

This ostensibly would include employees of businesses, individuals who enter into commercial transactions with other businesses, and non-consumers of particular business. The CCPA governs how businesses treat “consumer” “personal information.” What Is Covered?

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MAY 19, 2017

On May 15, 2017, the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report entitled “ Internet of Things: Status and implications of an increasingly connected world.” With these benefits comes potential risk. As IoT technology increases, so too will the regulatory landscape governing its use.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Since 2014, the FDA has issued guidance governing the cybersecurity requirements for regulated medical devices. Code § 1798.91.06(d)) d)) This would ostensibly include connected medical devices that are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Code § 1798.91.06(h)).

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Since 2014, the FDA has issued guidance governing the cybersecurity requirements for regulated medical devices. Code § 1798.91.06(d)) d)) This would ostensibly include connected medical devices that are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Code § 1798.91.06(h)).

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

JULY 13, 2017

This includes preparing or updating enterprise wide incident response plans, training leadership, implementing effective governance programs, and having the ability to rapidly mobilize a response to malicious activity.

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