SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

It’s safe to say that the volume and magnitude of high-profile data breaches and ransomware attacks that punctuated 2019 really kept the cybersecurity industry on its toes. In fact, New Orleans even declared a state of emergency due to the large number of public services that were directly impacted by this ransomware attack.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity Phishing Data breaches IoT 98

Malwarebytes

JULY 3, 2023

From the FTC release : Our proposed rule on fake reviews shows that we’re using all available means to attack deceptive advertising in the digital age,” said Samuel Levine, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. Want to learn more about how we can help protect your business?

Media 97

Media Consumer Protection Advertising Ransomware 97

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 29, 2024

The Thales 2024 Trust Index report indicates that 87% of consumers expect vendors to respect their digital rights, which leads to trusted relationships. However, a relentless barrage of data breaches, ransomware attacks, and sophisticated cyber threats steadily erodes this trust.

Risk 71

Risk Manufacturing Cyber threats Digital transformation 71

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

As if things were not difficult enough, data collection in more states and countries is becoming stricter, with increased consumer protection laws leaving retailers applying tighter data privacy to their digital platforms. Vendors’ attention is increasingly fragmented across various data-collecting and transactional platforms.

Retail 71

Retail Data breaches Risk Digital transformation 71

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released new guidance for businesses and consumers on the impact […]. On November 10, 2016, the U.S.

Ransomware 40

Ransomware Consumer Protection Marketing Data breaches 40

Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

The Thales 2024 Trust Index report indicates that 87% of consumers expect vendors to respect their digital rights, which leads to trusted relationships. However, a relentless barrage of data breaches, ransomware attacks, and sophisticated cyber threats steadily erodes this trust.

Risk 72

Risk Manufacturing Cyber threats Digital transformation 72

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

JULY 13, 2017

Last month, after the WannaCry ransomware attack infected 230,000 computers in 150 countries, the US Department of Health and Human […].

Cyber Attacks 52

Cyber Attacks Ransomware Consumer Protection Data breaches 52

Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

As if things were not difficult enough, data collection in more states and countries is becoming stricter, with increased consumer protection laws leaving retailers applying tighter data privacy to their digital platforms. Vendors’ attention is increasingly fragmented across various data-collecting and transactional platforms.

Retail 64

Retail Data breaches Risk Digital transformation 64

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Those steps include: Keeping an accurate and up-to-date inventory of the types of data collected, and developing a system for how to store and manage that data; Developing a written information security policy; Adopting a written data incident response plan; Managing the security of vendors; Training employees to prevent and respond to cybersecurity (..)

Identity Theft 52

Identity Theft Data privacy Data collection Ransomware 52

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

JULY 13, 2017

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Cyber Attacks 49

Cyber Attacks Cyber threats Healthcare Technology 49

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

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Ransomware Targets Critical Infrastructure: Ransomware attacks will increasingly focus on critical infrastructure, including healthcare, utilities, and transportation, leading to potentially catastrophic consequences. The demand for skilled professionals will outpace supply, making talent retention and training critical priorities.'

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Cybersecurity CISO Risk Government 121

ForAllSecure

APRIL 19, 2023

So, if if my system is attacked by ransomware, and I can detect the attack and recover in seconds, and the adversary gets no benefit from having a technique. VAMOSI:So we talk about it being more secure and you make some reference to ransomware. They'll eventually stop. VAMOSI: The anti-malware aspect of this is pretty interesting.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 12, 2025

Ransomware remains a prominent threat, but the methods have evolved. Double extortion ransomware is now a preferred techniquea devastating one-two punch where attackers not only encrypt a companys data but also steal sensitive information. While federal advances may slow, state-level momentum continues.

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Cybersecurity CISO Insurance IoT 130

Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2025

Billion Bybit Hack Leaked Black Basta Ransomware Chat Logs Reveal Inner Workings and Internal Conflicts Silent Push Pivots into New Lazarus Group Infrastructure, Acquires Sensitive Intel Related to $1.4B Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box.

Cybercrime 60

Cybercrime Hacking Ransomware Cryptocurrency 60

Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

One month into his second term, President Trump’s actions to shrink the government through mass layoffs, firings and withholding funds allocated by Congress have thrown federal cybersecurity and consumer protection programs into disarray. CONSUMER PROTECTION? Image: Shutterstock.

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Consumer Protection Government Cryptocurrency Media 330

Zero Day

JUNE 27, 2025

"The differences between states with respect to AI regulation reflect the different approaches states have to the underlying issues, like employment law, consumer protection laws, privacy laws, and civil rights," Ballew points out. "AI regulation needs to be incorporated into these existing legal schemes." 

Internet 98

Internet Internet Artificial Intelligence Password Management 98

Zero Day

JULY 1, 2025

"The differences between states with respect to AI regulation reflect the different approaches states have to the underlying issues, like employment law, consumer protection laws, privacy laws, and civil rights," Ballew points out. "AI regulation needs to be incorporated into these existing legal schemes." 

Artificial Intelligence 81

Artificial Intelligence Password Management Energy and Utilities Internet 81