The Hacker News

JULY 6, 2023

As technology advances and organizations become more reliant on data, the risks associated with data breaches and cyber-attacks also increase. The introduction of data privacy laws, such as the GDPR, has made it mandatory for organizations to disclose breaches of personal data to those affected.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2024

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 14, 2020

The importance of data and the power of being an insights-driven enterprise are increasing the amount of damage that data breaches can cause. At the same time, consumers are deeply concerned with how their data is collected and used. So what’s in store for data privacy and the rollout of of 5G technology?

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

With a proliferation of cyber-attacks throughout the pandemic, data-centric security has been pushed to the forefront of many organizations’ cybersecurity strategy. Even companies with mature security programs are vulnerable to breach, and since data is a valuable asset, it is crucial to properly protect it.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 29, 2019

However, we believe that it is the first time a breach of this size has included peoples’ names, addresses, and income. This open database is a goldmine for identity thieves and other attackers. Here’s how: Cyber Attacks. Why This Data Breach is Different. SecurityAffairs – US Households, Data leak).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Small businesses are more vulnerable to cyber-attacks since hackers view them as easy victims to target. While this may seem unlikely, statistics reveal that more than half of these businesses experienced some form of cyber-attack in 2022. They also have a limited budget to spend on effective cyber security measures.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 8, 2024

High-profile data breaches have made data protection and privacy a hot subject. Hackers use more sophisticated methods to break network defenses and steal sensitive data on a large scale. Malicious actors target personal data because of its value. The consequences of data breaches go beyond financial impact.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2022

How much do they trust industries to keep their sensitive data secure? How do cyber attacks impact them, and how are they protected? The 2022 Thales Consumer Digital Trust Index data , based on an Opinium survey conducted in 11 countries with more than 21K participants, attempts to answer these questions.

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ZoneAlarm

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Following a series of major data breaches in Australia, the government is undertaking a significant overhaul of its cyber security rules. During a meeting with industry leaders, Prime Minister … The post Australia Implements Stronger Cyber Security Measures Against Threats appeared first on ZoneAlarm Security Blog.

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Cisco Security

JUNE 30, 2022

Insider cyber-attacks are among the fastest growing threats in the modern security network, an increasingly common cause of data breaches. Using their authorized access, employees are intentionally or inadvertently causing harm by stealing, exposing, or destroying sensitive company data. Everyone is an insider .

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

A cyberattack crippled the IT infrastructure of the City of Saint John Hundreds of female sports stars and celebrities have their naked photos and videos leaked online Romanians arrested for running underground malware services Threat actor shared a list of 49,577 IPs vulnerable Fortinet VPNs Computer Security and Data Privacy, the perfect alliance (..)

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The Security Ledger

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Security researchers have uncovered a three-year cyber attack on a Russian oil company that appeared at first glance to be state-sponsored, but later was found to be the work of cyber criminals seeking financial gain. Read the whole entry. » Citizens, Companies.

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The Security Ledger

APRIL 27, 2021

In this episode of the podcast (#212), Brandon Hoffman, the CISO of Intel 471 joins us to discuss that company’s latest report that looks at China’s diversified marketplace for stolen data and stolen identities. Data leaks, data breaches and data dumps are so common these days that they don’t even attract that much attention.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 14, 2021

Applying data and digital governance across the organization for a rapid response to disruptions. Building in security through automated data privacy compliance and zero trust access . Digital resilience is not complete without data privacy protection. Automate PII Protection for Built-In Compliance.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Threats are also growing, with 40 percent of data breaches involving stolen credentials, according to the 2022 Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report. As technology continues to advance and digital interactions multiply, the importance and prevalence of digital identities will also expand.

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IT Security Central

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Massive data breaches like Equifax, Marriott, and many, many more are chalked up to being yet another part of the modern life. […]. Despite the steady drumbeat of hacks that are reported on a nearly weekly basis, it is safe to say that cybersecurity is still far from a “top of mind issue” for most people.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 7, 2024

An effective GRC model can help to increase efficiency and productivity, reduce non-compliance, protect data, limit wasted resources, and enable improved sharing of information across the organization. Improved cybersecurity to protect both company and client data.

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Herjavec Group

DECEMBER 16, 2020

More than half of data breaches over the past year involved insider threats. This includes employees who have unintentionally allowed a breach because of bad cybersecurity hygiene. US states like Maine and Nevada have already passed a state data privacy law or have it scheduled for 2021. Insider Threat .

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

With this in mind, providing easy access to data for everyone (customers, partners, employees) and securing sensitive data has to be a priority. Protecting sensitive data is the last line of defense.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 20, 2023

Increase consumer trust with reliable security while avoiding negative publicity from data breaches. Achieve compliance with data privacy laws and other regulations. Given that a data breach can cost in the millions, almost any good IT security pays for itself. How Much Do Vulnerability Assessments Cost?

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BH Consulting

JANUARY 11, 2022

Next, we turn to data privacy and, more specifically, the EU General Data Protection Regulation. We live in a time when the statement “we take your security seriously” follows data breaches as night follows day. Thumbs down for fingerprint scanners? Lessons hard learned from a ransomware infection.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 24, 2021

Air India has admitted that it was one of the victims of the sophisticated cyber attack that targeted passenger service system SITA in February. According to an article published by Tribune India, personal data of around 4.5 Million users got leaked in this data leak. It also includes data of a certain number of Air […].

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

The financial implications of a successful cyber attack can be catastrophic. The costs associated with data breaches, system disruptions, and the aftermath of cyber incidents can quickly escalate. Mitigating Financial Risks Cybersecurity is an integral part of risk management for businesses.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

The financial implications of a successful cyber attack can be catastrophic. The costs associated with data breaches, system disruptions, and the aftermath of cyber incidents can quickly escalate. Mitigating Financial Risks Cybersecurity is an integral part of risk management for businesses.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Phishing Attacks: Phishing is the top cyber attack, causing 90% of data breaches. Shockingly, 96% of these attacks come through email. Ransomware Attacks: In 2023, a whopping 72.7% The cost of these attacks could hit $265 billion annually by 2031. of organizations faced ransomware.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

This specialized form of testing has emerged as a crucial tool for evaluating the security of wireless networks and assessing their resilience against potential cyber-attacks (Davis & Brown, 2020). These regulations necessitate thorough assessments of wireless systems to ensure compliance and mitigate the risk of data breaches.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Keyavi Data Corp. , These “Best Practices for Keeping Data Private” explain why MFA remains one of the best defenses for mitigating password risk and preventing cyber criminals from exploiting user credentials. For more tips on securing data, visit [link]. million per incident.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

By gaining a deeper understanding of application security, companies can take the necessary steps and actions to safeguard their valuable assets and reduce the risk of devastating data breaches. How Does Application Security Work? Application security works through a combination of security controls and best practices.

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IT Security Central

MAY 31, 2021

While data security has been an important topic since the internet’s inception, the issue is experiencing renewed prominence as platforms collect and struggle to secure copious amounts of personal information and prevent cyberthreats at the same time.

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IT Security Central

AUGUST 17, 2021

The pandemic hastened long-developing trends toward digitization and decentralization. As virus concerns, social distancing guidelines and convenience pushed people online, ecommerce sales surged, expected to hit $4.2 billion globally this year, jumping ahead by years in the process. To be sure, this isn’t a one-time trend.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 31, 2021

Organizations around the world must fulfill an increasing number of regulatory requirements including NIST, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as well as federal and state data breach laws.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

About 90% of cyber attacks begin with a phishing email, text or malicious link, so training users not to click on anything they’re not sure about could have the highest return on investment (ROI) of any prevention technique — if those training efforts are successful and reinforced. This will help improve your data privacy too.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The platform’s threat intelligence feeds are constantly updated so it can identify and respond to the most recent cyber attacks, including zero-day vulnerabilities. Features Uses advanced machine learning techniques to detect and prevent emerging email threats, including zero-day attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Data privacy and confidentiality Data privacy and confidentiality are significant concerns in cloud security. To comply with privacy rules and preserve sensitive information, organizations must ensure that sensitive data is adequately handled, and they must understand how cloud providers manage and keep their data.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 1, 2021

However, another concern is the large volumes of personal information that will likely be collected by smart cities technology, which could erode privacy by allowing citizens to be tracked in greater detail than ever, or could be stolen by criminals or hostile states. More Big Data Breaches. Cyber Security Roundup for May 2021.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Data Breaches How they occur: Unauthorized access to sensitive data can happen as a result of vulnerabilities and misconfigurations such as flawed access permissions or unprotected data and instances. By shortening the period between patch release and implementation, the opportunity for cyber attacks is reduced.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 28, 2021

As attack methodologies evolve due to AI, machine learning and nation-state hackers , security startups are receiving a lot of funding to develop products that can secure application access for remote workers , provide real-time visibility into cyber attacks and protect data as it travels from the cloud to IoT devices.

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