SecureWorld News

APRIL 29, 2024

million affected individuals to inform them of the data breach and provide guidance on steps they can take to protect themselves against potential fraud or identity theft. Data breaches in the healthcare sector are particularly concerning due to the highly sensitive nature of medical data and patient records involved.

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IT Security Guru

AUGUST 7, 2024

As these solutions gain traction in this sector, they add complexity to a regulatory landscape that insurance firms need to navigate, especially when it comes to Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM). These regulations stress the fair treatment of customers, transparent sales practices, robust governance and consent.

Insurance 124

Insurance Data collection Authentication Technology 124

Identity IQ

JANUARY 17, 2023

Every year, up to 10% of Americans fall for a scam, which often leads to the exposure of their personal data, according to Legaljobs. Identity theft also affects around 1.4 Staying safe on the internet means knowing what privacy data is and how to help protect your personal information. Why Is Data Privacy Important?

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Data privacy Identity Theft Accountability Banking 98

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Bots can collect valuable data from user interactions, which can be analyzed to gain insights into customer preferences and behaviors. At the same time, it creates a major risk in terms of data protection, as the data collected from users may reveal sensitive information due to personalized interactions.

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Social Engineering Risk Identity Theft Technology 127

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

The landscape of cybersecurity laws and regulations today is set to undergo significant changes, impacting businesses, government entities, and individuals alike. CISA encourages organizations to exchange information about cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents to improve collective cybersecurity.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 24, 2024

Weak access control processes can lead to breaches and data exploitation. D – Data characterization, governance, and remediation Characterization of data automatically (baseline and continuously) is vital for data protection and mitigation of business risk from operational and compliance perspectives. is essential.

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IoT InfoSec Artificial Intelligence Risk 109

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Finally, it also is useful for companies looking for a governance, risk, compliance ( GRC ) solution. Government organizations are arguably the most at risk of fraud attempts. According to FTC findings in 2019, government impostor fraud was the most-reported type of fraud. million in losses. Want to learn more?

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eCommerce Risk Financial Services Authentication 113

Malwarebytes

JANUARY 16, 2024

The IP address was linked to the malware using data collected by CWRU, Malwarebytes, and AT&T.) Apple released a security update to protect users against FruitFly, Malwarebytes published a blog post with technical details about the malware, and the FBI knocked on the door of the house linked to the IP address used by the malware.

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Malware Passwords Identity Theft Data collection 108

Identity IQ

JUNE 17, 2024

The Future of Identity Verification: From Blockchain to Biometrics IdentityIQ Identity verification is a security tool that can help protect individuals and organizations from digital threats, identity theft, and more by limiting access only to authorized persons. Lack of user control over data.

Identity Theft 52

Identity Theft Authentication Data breaches Technology 52

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. Key Takeaways.

Identity Theft 52

Identity Theft Data privacy Data collection Ransomware 52

Krebs on Security

AUGUST 15, 2024

ANALYSIS Data brokers like National Public Data typically get their information by scouring federal, state and local government records. Identity theft and new account fraud is not a problem that gets easier to solve by letting it fester. The breach at National Public Data may not be the worst data breach ever.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Kaspersky has reported a surge in these malicious apps, capable of compromising user data and security. Governments worldwide used security as a justification for limiting access to popular platforms, often leaving users with fewer and potentially less secure alternatives in the process.

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Artificial Intelligence Scams Phishing Technology 86

SecureList

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Our last edition of privacy predictions focused on a few important trends where business and government interests intersect, with regulators becoming more active in a wide array of privacy issues. This showed how consumer data collection can directly impact the relationships between citizens and governments.

Insurance 130

Insurance Social Engineering IoT Data breaches 130

Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Backed by millions of dollars in litigation financing, Atlas so far this year has sued 151 consumer data brokers on behalf of a class that includes more than 20,000 New Jersey law enforcement officers who are signed up for Atlas services. “We minimize personal data collection, and where possible, process data only on users’ devices.”

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The scheme likely aimed at identity theft: the illegal use of others’ personal details for deriving profit. The cybercrooks might also use the data to contact their victims later, staging a more convincing swindle. In Britain, con artists posing as a government authority promised to compensate electricity costs.

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Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 113