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GUEST ESSAY: How ‘DPIAs” — data privacy impact assessments — can lead SMBs to compliance

The Last Watchdog

As the world becomes more digital and connected, it is no surprise that data privacy and security is a growing concern for small to medium sized businesses — SMBs. Related: GDPR sets new course for data privacy. Let’s look at some of the challenges faced by SMBs in today’s data privacy landscape.

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Computer Security and Data Privacy, the perfect alliance

Security Affairs

Computer security and data privacy are often poorly considered issues, experts urge more awareness of cyber threats. An injection of digital culture is needed to increase awareness of the cyber threat in all its forms. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Computer security). About the author: Salvatore Lombardo.

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Magnificent Seven: Celebrating Great Women in Cybersecurity and Data Protection

BH Consulting

This meant, de facto , the Irish privacy regulator was responsible for overseeing the likes of Facebook/Meta, Twitter/X and many others. She also held the role at a time when the EU General Data Protection Regulation came into force, ushering in an increased public awareness of data privacy. presidents.

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Apple Finally Adopts RCS, AI Powered Scams Targeting the Elderly

Security Boulevard

In this episode, Tom shows off AI generated images of a “Lonely and Sad Security Awareness Manager in a Dog Pound” and the humorous outcomes. The conversation shifts to Apple’s upcoming support for Rich Communication Services (RCS) and the potential security implications.

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CISSPs from Around the Globe: An Interview with Jason Lau

CyberSecurity Insiders

The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification is considered to be the gold standard in information security. Those doors lead to many different types of positions and opportunities, thus making the information security community dynamic and multifaceted.

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Privacy Challenges in Relationships, Phishing Down but Vulnerabilities Up?

Security Boulevard

Discussions include the impact of high-profile vulnerabilities and […] The post Privacy Challenges in Relationships, Phishing Down but Vulnerabilities Up? Despite phishing’s decreased prevalence, it remains the second most popular method for gaining initial network access.

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Exploring the Role of Empathy in Cybersecurity with Andra Zaharia

Security Boulevard

We cover how empathy relates to cybersecurity in the industry, the importance of being empathetic in our roles as […] The post Exploring the Role of Empathy in Cybersecurity with Andra Zaharia appeared first on The Shared Security Show.