Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

But for now, the question remains: Can buy-now, pay-later apps be trusted with my personal data ? Recent regulatory insight into buy now, pay later highlights the risks tied to this growing credit option. The CFPB also said it was exploring questions about “data harvesting” from “valuable payment histories.”

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Approachable Cyber Threats

AUGUST 2, 2021

Category News, Privacy Risk Level. Beyond the lack of understanding of what TikTok may be DOING with your biometric data, the mere fact that TikTok is collecting this data and storing it within their IT environment puts you at risk. social engineer a mobile provider employee to facilitate a SIM swap).

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

With copious amounts of data collected by healthcare facilities, cybercriminals often target such entities. Moreover, the healthcare industry collects unique data, known as Protected Health Information (PHI), which is extremely valuable. Identity theft takes on a whole new meaning when a bad actor gets ahold of your PHI.

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BH Consulting

AUGUST 31, 2023

When we think about social media, we think about the nice side of it: staying in touch with friends and family, getting updates about our interests – but the more active we are on it, the more risk we’re exposed to. The more exposed we are in the online space, the more potential there is for risk to a business. More than 4.7

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

On the same day, the Colorado AG released a data security best practices guide, outlining key steps organizations can take now to ensure their security practices align with Colorado law. Key Takeaways.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 16, 2024

The IP address was linked to the malware using data collected by CWRU, Malwarebytes, and AT&T.) We don’t just report on threats—we remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. During the lengthy trial, it was the child pornography charge that seemed to be of most concern to the defense.

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SecureList

MARCH 29, 2021

Confidential corporate information is no less sensitive than the personal data of an individual, and the sheer scale of financial and reputational risks from potential blackmail or disclosure of such information can have a colossal impact. Where does your personal data end up? Identity theft.

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Spinone

JUNE 8, 2018

From identity theft to credit card numbers being taken away, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence play an instrumental role in establishing new standards for cyber security. While the potential of Big Data is vast, it might lag behind as a standalone tool to deal with hackers due to the enormous volume of data to analyze.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 15, 2024

Maryland Takes the Lead in Privacy Legislation with Comprehensive MODPA The Maryland legislature enacted two comprehensive privacy bills to limit how big tech platforms can acquire and utilize customers’ and children’s data. Maryland has taken one of the strictest positions among U.S.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 14, 2024

The EFF argues that the bill will not stop the sharing of data but it will reduce online rights in a way that is unconstitutional. And it says the focus should be on the common practice of data collection in the first place, rather than single out one app.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Identity theft is the number one crime in America, a crime that claims an average of more than a million new victims every 30 days. A data breach can be a very costly event, and an increasing number of these breaches are happening at smaller firms. So what can you do to minimize the risks?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Businesses are also at risk of fraud attempts. Best Fraud Management Systems & Detection Tools Fraud.net SAS LexisNexis Risk Solutions Sift ClearSale Forter Riskified Signifyd FraudLabs Pro TransUnion. Finally, it also is useful for companies looking for a governance, risk, compliance ( GRC ) solution. million in losses.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

If the movie lover entered their bank card details on the fake site, they risked paying more than the displayed amount for content that did not exist and sharing their card details with the scammers. Soccer fans chasing merchandise risked compromising their bank cards or just losing some money.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

On the other hand, we saw the repeal of Roe vs Wade and the subsequent controversy surrounding female reproductive health data in the US as well as investigations into companies selling fine-grained commercial data and facial recognition services to law enforcement. One way to do that might be to insure yourself against data breaches.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 10, 2021

That type of information can be extremely valuable for things like identity theft.”. It’s best practice to keep a different set of credentials for each device because of exactly this risk.”. Kulkarni even suggested the footage could be enough to develop “deep-fakes that could impersonate you.”.

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