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Data Privacy Day: Securing your data with a password manager

IT Security Guru

This year’s annual Data Privacy Day falls on January 28 th. Each year, the day provides an opportunity to educate consumers and organisations alike on the importance of privacy and staying safe online. For additional security, use a password manager to simplify the creation and maintenance of strong passwords.

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2022 World Password Day: Educate Your Users About Good Password Hygiene

SecureWorld News

With credential phishing and stuffing attacks on the rise—and the fact that countless passwords have already been exposed through data breaches—the need for users to step up password management practices at work and home has never been more urgent. Improving password best practices matters.

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Practical Practices for Data Privacy Week

Approachable Cyber Threats

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.

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Hackers Intercept USPS Workers' Paychecks in Direct Deposit Scam

SecureWorld News

A key aspect of any cybersecurity preparedness will continue to be educating your workforce and monitoring spoofs of your business or operations for scams like this. Fischer will be teaching a PLUS training course titled "Operationalizing Privacy Laws into Your Organization" on June 7 as part of the SecureWorld Chicago conference.

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3 of the Worst Data Breaches in the World That Could Have Been Prevented

Security Affairs

Weak passwords are the easiest way hackers can hack into a system. Organizations must have a robust password policy. One way to help enforce such a policy is by providing employees with a password manager for easy password generation and storage. Third-party risk management. About the Author : Anas Baig.

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month Focuses on People

SecureWorld News

Bush and Congress in 2004 to help individuals protect themselves online as threats to technology and data privacy became more commonplace. People need resources, training, and education so the decisions they make at home, school, or work keep them and the public and private organizations protected. Updating software.

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How can small businesses ensure Cybersecurity?

CyberSecurity Insiders

In addition, few companies can provide access to password management software or VPNs to protect their internet connection and credentials and maintain security on rogue Wi-Fi networks. Statistics also reveal that only 17% of small businesses encrypt their data, which is alarming.