Troy Hunt

DECEMBER 20, 2017

This week, I've been writing up my 5-part guide on "Fixing Data Breaches" On Monday I talked about the value of education ; let's try and stop the breach from happening in the first place. All I know at this point is that a website is leaking customer data that puts both the customers and the site owners themselves at risk.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 17, 2025

For example, requiring managerial approval for large transactions or implementing strict system access restrictions ensures that risks are mitigated at the outset. If controls are applied haphazardly, poorly monitored, or lack standardization, financial reporting risks still persist. Where Does COSO Fit In?

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Webroot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This lack of knowledge highlights the need for better communication and education for parents around generative AI, particularly as it becomes more integrated into educational and recreational activities for young people. Regularly Update Software : 69% ensure their AI tools and devices are updated regularly to avoid vulnerabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Let’s explore what to expect from the upcoming regulations, provide insights into critical federal and state laws, and offer practical compliance and risk management strategies. Cybersecurity laws and regulations encompass a range of legal requirements designed to protect information systems and data from cyber threats.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 23, 2024

22, 2024 – Today, the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) , announced the program for its third annual Data Privacy Week campaign, which will take place from January 22nd to January 27th. This even includes information about a person’s physical well-being, like health data from apps.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

How do we gauge how risky it is and how do we ensure that future APIs are not putting the enterprise at risk? This can not be done without major risk unless organizations have created and mandated corporate standards on what a "good" API actually is from a security standpoint. Defining and sharing what good means.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 28, 2023

In today’s digital age, every business, no matter its size, faces increasing cybersecurity threats, including the risk of data loss that can have severe consequences, ranging from financial losses – with annual costs of $10.5 Employee Education and Awareness : Human error remains a leading cause of data breaches.

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Cisco Security

JUNE 15, 2021

For those who would like to host their own integrations, tinker/hack around some code and/or build your own integrations, we continue to post the code to GitHub for educational purposes. Radio frequency (RF) network and device data collected by Bastille Networks are available in SecureX threat response as an integrated source.

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Centraleyes

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

With OCPA’s protections, consumers can enjoy improved data privacy while businesses gain a structured approach to handling data responsibly. Data Protection Measures: Businesses must implement security measures to protect consumer data and reduce the risk of unauthorized access or misuse.

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SC Magazine

JULY 12, 2021

As a significant portion of privacy incidents happen from human error, training is critical to mitigating privacy risk within an organization,” said Berry. Still, the various privacy laws on record typically do not specify precisely how training and education should be executed, so a lot is still left up to the organization.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 30, 2021

Raj Ananthanpillai, CEO of Endera, believes he has created a solution to this problem with Trua, a “digital trust exchange” network that allows job applicants to input their own data into a form, then uses algorithms and searchable public records to automatically verify the information they provide. Raj Ananthanpillai, CEO of Endera.

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Troy Hunt

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Yesterday, I wrote the first part of this 5-part series on fixing data breaches and I focused on education. The next few parts of this series all focus on cures - how do we fix data breaches once bad code has already been written or bad server configurations deployed? Data Collection Should be Minimised, Not Maximisation.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Requirements —The office designated shall, in coordination with the Transportation Security Administration and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency— (A) provide to transportation authorities a secure method of notifying the Federal Highway Administration of cyber incidents; (B) share the information collected with the Transportation (..)

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SecureList

JANUARY 28, 2021

Add in more smart health devices, such as smart body scales, glucose level monitors, blood pressure monitors and even toothbrushes and you have huge amounts of data that is invaluable for marketers and insurers. Public awareness of the perils of unfettered data collection is growing, and the free market is taking notice.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As hackers grow more sophisticated, understanding the risks and how to mitigate them is more important than ever. It distributes control functions across multiple controllers, reducing the risk of a single point of failure. These networks enable data exchange between PLCs, RTUs, SCADA systems, and HMIs.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 2, 2021

A recent IBM and Ponemon Institute study found the average cost of a data breach for a company last year came in at $3.86 Cyberattacks are conducted because the data collected – such as names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers and financial account information – is financially valuable to the criminals. million. .

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 14, 2021

Once the scope of compliance needed by a business has been established, it is then important for businesses to review if their data collection practices are just and fair to their customers. It is easy to request customers to input a variety of data into a system.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2024

Today, I am proud to add to our legacy of empowering individuals regardless of their wallet by releasing a new, free tool that better educates and prepares people for modern threats that abuse exposed data to target online identities. See your exposed data in our new Digital Footprint Portal.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS): IDS and IPS both monitor network traffic for signs of suspicious or malicious activity, with IDS identifying security risks and IPS actively preventing them. This way, security is ensured on both ends.

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Google Security

APRIL 27, 2023

We continued to partner with SDK providers to limit sensitive data access and sharing, enhancing the privacy posture for over one million apps on Google Play. We’re excited to work with developers on enhancing the Data safety section to share their data collection, sharing, and safety practices with their users.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

JANUARY 24, 2022

Category News, Privacy Risk Level. As a Data Privacy Week Champion , and as part of our commitment to the link between cybersecurity and privacy, we wanted to share some best practices from the National Cybersecurity Alliance about how to protect your privacy online. MFA has been found to block 99.9% For Businesses.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Maintaining user education: Provide constant security awareness training to end users so they may spot potential dangers, report occurrences, and successfully avoid cyber assaults. 10 Key Capabilities of EDR EDR systems improve cyber security through features such as threat hunting, ransomware rollback, and continuous data analysis.

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Herjavec Group

JANUARY 31, 2022

While there has always been a risk associated with not protecting your Industrial Control Systems, using established IT-style practices, today’s landscape shows that it is no longer a matter of “if” but “when” an organization’s system will be targeted. . The Need for Greater OT System Security .

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Spinone

JULY 16, 2019

But when it comes to data threats, no one is untouchable. The risks are especially true for cloud services where everything is connected. Our clients face security risks every day, but they know how to prevent them. They may include the ability to edit or delete data, send emails on your behalf.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2024

How to Help Protect Your Digital Footprint IdentityIQ Every click, search, and interaction online contributes to your digital footprint – an intricate trail of data that encapsulates your digital identity. While the digital landscape offers unprecedented convenience and connectivity, it also presents many risks.

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Centraleyes

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Inconsistent Standards: Different standards for data protection and privacy create confusion and increase the risk of non-compliance. This approach simplifies compliance efforts and reduces the risk of violations. Table: Patchwork Nature of U.S. privacy landscape.

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

According to Aon’s 2019 Global Risk Management Survey , cyber-attacks were identified as a top ten risk facing organizations and is predicted to be one of the top three risks for organizations in 2022. “As The firm employs professionals in cyber security and education, investigations, and forensic analytics.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Consumer Rights Management : Provide mechanisms for consumers to exercise their rights, such as data access or deletion requests. Data Protection : Implement technical and administrative safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access or breaches. Why Should You Be IDPA Compliant? What Topics Does IDPA Include?

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BH Consulting

JUNE 17, 2024

Risks rise in embedded and connected devices Vulnerabilities in connected devices increased by 136 per cent year on year, analysis by Forescout Research found. Its findings use anonymised data from 19 million connected enterprise units running 2,500 special-purpose operating systems, across multiple industries worldwide.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The threat actor focuses on information gathering for espionage and hack-and-leak operations, targeting organizations in various industries, such as government, higher education, defense, and political sectors, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), activists, journalists, think-tanks and national laboratories.

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Jane Frankland

MARCH 1, 2023

It’s discouraging to see that despite increased education levels, beneficial legislation, and a number of initiatives taken by organisations to help bring women into the upper ranks of management and leadership, they are still being underutilised in these positions. Without shame, and without blame. #5.

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Spinone

JULY 23, 2020

As you might know, in article 37 of the GDPR compliance law, the authorities made it imperative for some companies to hire a Data Protection Officer (DPO); otherwise, the company risks staying non-compliant and facing the financial consequences of non-compliance. Ability to educate and explain. Strong communication skills.

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Herjavec Group

JANUARY 27, 2022

This year, the National Cybersecurity Alliance has extended the data privacy campaign to be a week-long initiative. Data collection and use are present in almost every facet of our lives. The responsibility of ensuring good, ethical data privacy practices is on all of us.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This integration of human effort and AI capability is transforming citizen science into a form of collective intelligence, where creativity and precision converge. Such narratives, while valid within their specific contexts, risk misrepresenting AI’s trajectory and underestimating its potential to overcome current limitations.

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Centraleyes

MAY 20, 2024

The primary objectives of an IAM assessment include: Clearly explaining access management best practices Making IAM solutions more effective throughout the enterprise Checking IAM security controls effectiveness Ensuring that data is secure Why does your company require an IAM assessment? FERPA FERPA covers educational institutions.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 25, 2024

Risk Management: By identifying vulnerabilities and assessing controls, security audits contribute to effective risk management, allowing organizations to prioritize and address critical risks. Frequency Conducted regularly throughout the year, focusing on continuous improvement and ongoing risk assessment.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Larger websites have been quietly and diligently preparing for this for many months, putting lots of time, money and effort into changing their policies and procedures for storing private data. Following these steps and educating yourself on the GDPR rules will get you on the right path to implementing a compliant GDPR policy of your own.

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