The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Rebecca Krauthamer , Co-founder and CPO, QuSecure Krauthamer As new standards for quantum-resilient cryptography come into effect, many government agencies will move toward quantum-readiness. Cryptographic inventories need finalizing and quantum safe encryption needs to be adopted for sensitive communications and data.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Phishing Attacks: Phishing is the top cyber attack, causing 90% of data breaches. Privacy Compliance: By 2024, 40% of privacy tools will rely on AI, highlighting its expanding role in ensuring data privacy and meeting regulations. Shockingly, 96% of these attacks come through email.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 27, 2023

Specifically, cyber criminal actors sent phishing emails that led to the download of legitimate RMM software—ScreenConnect (now ConnectWise Control) and AnyDesk—which the actors used in a refund scam to steal money from victim bank accounts.” Implement a user training program and phishing exercises to raise awareness among users.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 21, 2024

Malicious actors are using AI to perpetrate phishing scams centered around website impersonation, a threat few businesses are prepared to combat. The post Digital Impersonation Fraud: a Growing Challenge for Brands appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 15, 2024

Phish Ahoy! Hacker took advantage of Dell’s lack of anti-scraping defense. The post Dell Hell Redux — More Personal Info Stolen by ‘Menelik’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2023

As generative AI matures and is linked with Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), advanced, cost-effective audio and video content will drive a new wave of phishing and business email compromise (BEC) attacks. Governance First, the U.S. Next up is data privacy. Read more here.

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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 with any game-changing technology, we can expect AI models to be regulated with safety and security standards, possibly at the government level. How should we manage AI?

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Security Boulevard

MAY 10, 2024

You’re Getting Phished. Dell customer data from the past six (or more?) years was stolen. It looks like someone sold scads of personal information to the highest bidder. The post Dell Hell: 49 Million Customers’ Information Leaked appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 21, 2021

Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software helps businesses manage all of the necessary documentation and processes for ensuring maximum productivity and preparedness. Third-party governance. Like other competitive GRC solutions, it speeds the process of aggregating and mining data, building reports, and managing files.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2022

This year, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) coordinate the collaboration between the government and industry, running a human-centric campaign themed “See Yourself in Cyber”. Recognize and report phishing. Use strong passwords. Update software.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 1, 2022

government agencies. government agencies and large organizations were hit by cyberattacks due to a vulnerability in their IT infrastructure provider – SolarWinds. Many government agencies and Fortune 500 companies use SolarWinds, which contributed to the severity of the attack. SecurityAffairs – hacking, data breaches).

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SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2023

On June 8, she will lead a panel discussion on "The Future of Privacy and Cyber: AI, Quantum and Mind Readers," joined by Monique Ferraro, Cyber Counsel, HSB Insurance; Karen Painter Randall, Partner and Chair, Cybersecurity Data Privacy and Incident Response, Connell Foley LLP; and Violet Sullivan, VP of Client Engagement, Redpoint Cyber.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Byron: The economic impact of phishing, ransomware, business logic hacking, Business Email Compromise (BEC) and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks continues to be devastating. Byron: Phishing, pretexting, SMS toll fraud, baiting and tailgating are among the common tactics used by cybercriminals.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Private cloud security is thus the application of best practices and controls to protect data in private cloud environments from unwanted access, data breaches, and cyber threats while ensuring the highest standards of data privacy and confidentiality.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 23, 2024

Organizations must stay abreast of regulatory changes, conduct regular compliance audits, and establish a governance framework to ensure ongoing adherence to digital regulations. Data Privacy Risks Data privacy risks involve the unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of sensitive personal information.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It is the place to be for CISOs, business leaders, product managers, security strategists, and identity architects to get the education, tools, and best practices to roll out modern authentication across web, enterprise, and government applications. Cyber Security Summits New York , 17 November 2023 , and in a city near you !

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Jane Frankland

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The proliferation of IoT devices and sensors will accelerate, allowing organisations to collect and leverage data for improved operational efficiency and real-time monitoring. Phishing attacks , still the most common form of attack ( with 9 out of 10 data breach attempts originating from them ) will become next level.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 11, 2020

Still, over time, they’ve been woven into baseline data security regulations far and wide. NIST specs are echoed in the data loss disclosure and data privacy laws that have cropped up in many U.S. The practices of government contractors typically get adapted universally, over time. states, for instance.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The month is a collaboration between the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) and it focusses on four themes, in turn: “Be Cyber Smart”, “Phight the Phish”, “Explore. Jovi : I’m mostly interested in the phishing week. Experience. Share”, and “Cybersecurity First”.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 27, 2021

On the privacy front, California beefed up its consumer data privacy regulations even as Facebook and Apple publicly feuded over how each of these tech giants abuse of consumer privacy and loosey handle sensitive data. Ransomware, phishing and social engineering attacks will all continue to increase.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 27, 2022

Next-generation cyberattacks are often summarized as ransomware, man-in-the-middle, brute-force, phishing, insider, or malware attacks. For most commercial businesses, countermeasures against cyberattacks are about preserving data privacy, integrity, and security. government. Anatomy of a Quantum Attack. NATO, the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 14, 2023

This second installment is "Safeguarding Ethical Development in ChatGPT and Other AI Tools through a Holistic Approach: Integrating Security, Governance, and Psychological Considerations." Three key elements require our attention: security measures, psychological considerations, and governance strategies. Watch for it on August 21.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

He has “worked around the clock” to secure assets, identify crypto on the blockchain , find records, and work with regulators and government authorities. Security risks for end users take the form of two discrete methods: private key theft and ice phishing attacks,” said Christian Seifert, Researcher, Forta.org. The Cloudy Future.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 29, 2023

By ensuring consistent, efficient security, FWaaS lowers risks, improves agility, and increases compliance with government regulations and industry rules. Sophisticated protections like intrusion detection , web application firewalls , and data loss prevention can be more widely deployed within an organization.

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The Security Ledger

APRIL 27, 2021

But those who are ready to be blasé about breaches may be overlooking the role that leaked and stolen data plays in other, more serious problems such as targeted cyber attacks. Waiting for Federal Data Privacy Reform? A Stolen Data Ecosystem Grows In China. Don’t Hold Your Breath.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The stakes are even higher for businesses, government and other organizations, as successful attacks can be devastating to operations and sensitive data. Be Alert to Phishing: Develop a sharp eye for phishing emails. As with phishing emails, the best defense is a well-trained, alert user.

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LRQA Nettitude Labs

JULY 5, 2023

Guidance : Guidance will be required on governance mechanisms including, potentially, activities in scope of appropriate risk management and governance processes (including reporting duties). Just recently, the UK government has been setting out its strategic vision to make the UK at the forefront of AI technology.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Phishing season! As consumers and citizens become more aware of their online security and digital rights, they also have more concerns about their data privacy. Can I trust my government or my favorite social media vendor to protect my personal data?" Why was it so hard to catch the cybercriminal? Unencrypted!

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 7, 2023

This first installment is "Safeguarding Ethical Development in ChatGPT and Other LLMs through a Comprehensive Approach: Integrating Security, Psychological Considerations, and Governance." Three key elements require our attention: security measures, psychological considerations, and governance strategies.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 5, 2023

Frequent SecureWorld speaker and PLUS Course instructor Shawn Tuma , Co-Chair of the Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice at Spencer Fane, LLP, gives this commentary on the situation in Dallas: "This is a horrible event that will surely impact the lives of many people, and unfortunately it has become a fact of life in today's times.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Additionally, current international conflicts have heightened national security concerns, which led to growing interest from government organizations and law enforcement agencies in detecting suspicious user data. This social media app is also banned from government devices in a number of countries worldwide.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Bush and Congress in 2004 to help individuals protect themselves online as threats to technology and data privacy became more commonplace. For example, how do we discern when an email may be phishing; how do you know what to do and what not to do?". Recognizing and reporting phishing. Updating software.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Cloud security measures limit risks associated with data loss or service outages, allowing operations to continue smoothly even during unexpected problems. Compliance Requirements Stringent regulations governing data handling and privacy exist in various industries and jurisdictions.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

From retail to healthcare, banking to government, manufacturing to communications services – achieving your organization's mission and beating the competition requires paying attention to customer experience demands and working in a timely fashion to address them. What exactly are customers asking for?

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 26, 2023

Compatibility with data privacy and compliance requirements Compliance laws like GDPR and HIPAA require companies to store and use data in specific ways to maintain compliance. This feature of confidential computing protects against rogue users within the network as well as users who fall victim to credential phishing attacks.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 10, 2022

In this installment, meet two of the leaders behind the WiCyS Delaware Valley affiliate, which is composed of women trailblazers from academia, government, and industry cybersecurity sectors. Answers: [NH] Not taking the bait and clicking on phishing emails. [RC] RC] MFA, multi-factor authentication.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Users enrolled in Google APP are protected against myriad online threats, including phishing attacks , where they can use security keys. “If you are an activist/journalist/government official or work in NatSec, this warning honestly shouldn’t be a surprise. Google APP Available to All Users. Here’s What Attackers Look For.

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