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New York issues cyber insurance framework as ransomware, SolarWinds costs mount

CSO Magazine

On February 4, 2021, New York became the first state in the nation to issue a cybersecurity insurance risk framework to all authorized property and casualty insurers. The framework applies to all property or casualty insurers that write cybersecurity insurance. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ].

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FCC proposes $45 million fine for health insurance robocaller

Bleeping Computer

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today proposed the largest-ever fine against a robocaller for Telephone Consumer Protection Act violations. [.].

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Customer Tracking at Ralphs Grocery Store

Schneier on Security

Here's an article about Ralphs, a California supermarket chain owned by Kroger: the form proceeds to state that, as part of signing up for a rewards card, Ralphs "may collect" information such as "your level of education, type of employment, information about your health and information about insurance coverage you might carry."

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8 Ways to Protect Yourself against Scams on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Adam Levin

Credit cards come with consumer protections that limit your liability if your card information is stolen. You might also want to check with your insurance company, financial institution and/or employer to see if they offer products and services to get you through an identity-related incident. You are using a credit card, yes?

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CSO's ultimate guide to security and privacy laws, regulations, and compliance

CSO Magazine

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Maryland Personal Information Protection Act – Security Breach Notification Requirements – Modifications (House Bill 1154). Massachusetts 201 CMR 17 (aka Mass Data Protection Law). 4806 — An Act relative to consumer protection from security breaches.

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CISA, SolarWinds up interest in security scoring

SC Magazine

Sachin Bansal, general counsel at SecurityScorecard, spoke with SC Media about ratings, and how they can be used to strengthen the supply chain, determine cyber insurance premiums and as an investigative tool for an oversight body. But what’s behind the numbers? What does CISA’s recommendation mean toward that goal?

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What’s In Your Business Plan? California’s Privacy Law Goes Into Effect

Adam Levin

The primary exception to the CCPA are companies subject to California’s Insurance Information and Privacy Protection Act (IIPPA). . The CCPA requirements only kick in for companies that have collected the personal data of more than 50,000 California residents and/or show more than $25 million in annual revenue.

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